Biological Molecules: Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
what determines the shape (and therefore function) of a protein
A
the sequence, type & number of amino acids
2
Q
draw the generalised structure of an amino acid
A
first pic of 1.3.1 amino acids and the peptide bond
3
Q
how many different amino acids are there
A
20
4
Q
describe the general structure of an amino acid
A
a central carbon atom bonded to:
- an amine group (-NH2)
- a carboxyl group (-COOH)
- a hydrogen atom
- a variable R group
5
Q
in what ways do amino acids differ
A
they have a variable R group
