proteins Flashcards
1
Q
how are dipeptides formed?
A
when two amino acids join by a condensation reaction
2
Q
how are polypeptides formed?
A
by the condensation of many amino acids
3
Q
whats the primary structure of a protein?
A
the order of the amino acids in the polypeptide chain- the polymer
4
Q
whats the secondary structure of a protein?
A
the sequence of amino acids causes the protein to bend into an a helix or b pleated sheets
hydrogen bonds hold in place
5
Q
whats the tertiary structure of a protein?
A
the further folding of the secondary structure to from a 3D shape
held in place by ionic , hydrogen and disulphide bonds
6
Q
whats the quaternary structure of a protein?
A
a protein made of more than one polypeptide chain
