Protein Flashcards
1
Q
How many unique amino acids are there
A
20
2
Q
Proteins
A
-Polymer of amino acids
-Created when amino acids chemically bond to eachother
3
Q
Protein structure
A
Monomer- amino acid group on one side
Weak acid- Carboxyl group other side
Each amino acid has a unique side chain called -r group
4
Q
Protein functions
A
1 Many proteins form muscles, bone, cartilage, hair
2 some work as hormones and cell receptors
3 membrane transport
4 enzymes, speed up chemical reactions
5 recognition and protection (immunity)
6 movement
7 cell adhesion, keep cells and tissues from falling apart
5
Q
Different proteins are created
A
Changing the sequence of amino acids or length of the poly peptide
6
Q
Final folded shape
A
Critical to function it performs
