Effect of Heat and Manipulation on Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different effects that heat and manipulation can have on proteins?
A
- protein denaturation
- coagulation
- over-coagulation
2
Q
What is protein denaturation?
A
When the protein molecule uncoils
3
Q
What is protein coagulation?
A
When protein strands come together to form a 3-D network (this takes place between 60 and 70 degrees celsius
4
Q
What is protein over-coagulation?
A
When the protein molecule shrinks and syneresis occurs (liquid oozes out)
The protein becomes tough, hard and indigestible
