Chapter 3 - Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
Miller-Urey Experiment
A
Amino acids were made in early earth conditions
2
Q
How many amino acids are there?
A
20
3
Q
What are the defining characteristics of an amino acid?
A
Carbon attached to Amine group (NH2), Carboxyl Group (COOH), hydrogen and R chain
4
Q
What are the characteristics of a polar side chain?
A
OH groups or O with a double bond
5
Q
What is a condensation reaction?
A
Monomer in, Water out
6
Q
What is a hydrolysis reaction?
A
Monomer out, Water in
