Biological Molecules: Protien Structure 2

Question 1

ovWhat is the teritary structure of a protein?

Answer 1

= overall 3 dimensional shape of a polypeptide chain
= once the region of secondary structure form the chain continues folding
= critical for how a protein functions

Question 2

What is a quaternary structure?

Answer 2

= shows how indvidual sub-units are arranged
= to form a larger 3 dimensional structure
= only applies to protiens with at least 2 sub units

Question 3

What is a prosthetic group?

Answer 3

= non-protein molecules forming part of the structure
= help protein carry out it’s role

Question 4

Protiens with proesthetic groups are called what?

Answer 4

= conjugated protiens.