Exam 1 2022 Version A (minus photo Q)

Question 1

1. The hydrophobic effect plays a very important role in protein folding. Which of the following
   distinguishes the hydrophobic effect from other non-covalent interactions such as hydrogen-bonds and ionic
   interactions?

A) Hydrophobic effect is much stronger than other non-covalent interactions.
B) Hydrophobic effect is driven by entropy and is not electrostatic in nature.
C) Hydrophobic effect only occurs when urea is present.
D) Hydrophobic effect primarily takes place between polar groups.

Answer 1

B) Hydrophobic effect is driven by entropy and is not electrostatic in nature.