B2.5.1 Flashcards

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Protein molecules are made up of

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Long chains of amino acids

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2
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These long chains are folded to produce a

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Specific shape that enables other molecules to fit into the protein

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Proteins act as

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Structural components of tissues such as muscles

Hormones

Antibodies

Catalysts

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4
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Catalysts increase the

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Rate of chemical reactions

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5
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Biological catalysts are called

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Enzymes

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Enzymes are

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Proteins

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