Protein Structure part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a dipeptide.
A
Organic compound made of two amino acids joined by a peptide bond
2
Q
What is the difference between polypeptides and proteins
A
Polypeptides are a simple chain of amino acids whereas proteins are a complex set of molecules made of folded polypeptides
3
Q
Why aren’t proteins linear?
A
Their structure dictates function
4
Q
What is a mono peptide?
A
A mono peptide does not exist since it would only be one amino acid without a peptide bond
5
Q
Define peptide bond
A
Is a covalent bond that link between two amino acids which form a dipeptide
6
Q
What are the functions of proteins?
A
Immunology Formation of muscles Hormone production Enzymes Energy
7
Q
Is peptide bon a stable bond?
A
Yes because it is a covalent bond
