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Proteins include a diversity of structures, resulting in a wide range of functions Flashcards

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amino acid monomer (20 types)

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example amino acids

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  1. enzymes
  2. defensive proteins
  3. storage proteins
  4. transport proteins
  5. hormones
  6. receptor proteins
  7. motor proteins
  8. structural proteins
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what is the function of enzymes

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catalyse chemical reactions

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what is the function of defensive proteins

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protect against disease

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what is the function of storage proteins

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stores amino acids

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what is the function of transport proteins

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transport substances

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what is the function of hormones

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coordinate organismal responses

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what is the function of receptor proteins

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receive signals from outside cells

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what is the function of motor proteins

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functions in cell movement

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what is the function of structural proteins

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provide structural support

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