Proteins-their functions and uses Flashcards

1
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What have functions, both inside, and outside of cells?

A

Proteins.

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2
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Proteins, as enzymes, are used widely in what industry?

A

Home goods.

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3
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Protein molecules are made up of

A

long chains of amino acids.

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4
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What happens to the amino acids in order for molecules to fit into specific proteins?

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They’re folded to shape.

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5
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what can ezymes also be used for(in chemical reactions)

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Biological catalysts.

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6
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Four things proteins can act as

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Structures of tissues such as muscle.
Hormones.
Antibodies.
Catalysts.

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7
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Catalysts………the rate of reaction.

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Increase.

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8
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enzymes are also called

A

proteins.

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9
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biological catalysts are called……..and they enable the vast majority of………….in cells

A

enzymes.

chemical reactions.

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10
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what factor is vital for the enyme’s function?

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The shape.

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11
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Explain what they ‘lock and key mechanism’ is

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That molecules being processed must fit well into the right shaped enzyme protein molecule, otherwise it won’t be changed into the product molecule.

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12
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What is likely to change the shape of an enzyme?

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Temperature.

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13
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What is it called when enzymes change shape from their original state?

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Denatured.

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14
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optimum temperature for enzymes in the human body

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37 degrees Celsius.

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15
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Where is the enzyme’s ‘active site’?

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The area where the substrate molecule slots into the protein molecule.

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16
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How does PH effect the enzymes?

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They generally work best in neutral environments(PH7) although some work best in acidic or alkaline conditions.

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17
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Name a protein that works best in high PH

18
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Protein that works best in low PH

19
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Protein that works best in neutral conditions

A

Carbonic hydrase.

20
Q

Digestive enzymes are produced by specialist cells in glands in the…

A

Lining of the gut.

21
Q

Name three enzymes

A

Protease, lipase and carbohydrase

22
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Protease breaks down

23
Q

Protein is broken down into

A

Amino acids

24
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Lipase breaks down

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Lipids are broken down into
Fatty acids and glycerol
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Carbohydrase break down
Carbohydrates
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Carbohydrates are broken down into
Sugar
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Protease can be used in
Baby food
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Too much glucose
Pancreas releases insulin into the blood so that the liver stores glucose as glycogen.
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Not enough glucose
Pancreas releases glucagon to break down the glycogen so we can then use it(respiration usually)
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What part of the body contains amylase?
The saliva.
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What is the job of amylase?
Digests starch into smaller sugars.
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What organ produces bile?
The liver.
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Where is bile stored?
Gall bladder.
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Organ that bile is released into
Small intestine
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What PH is bile?
High(alkali)
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What PH is stomach acid?
Low(acidic)
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What protects the lining of our stomach from pepsin and stomach acid?
Mucus
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Advantages to using biological detergents
More efficient at removing stains. | Lower washing temperatures can be used, saving energy.
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Disadvantages to biological catalysts
If the clothes aren't fully washed, the enzymes will remain on the skin and digest skin proteins. Can lead to irritation, allergies and dermatitis.
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Isomerise can be used in
Slimming foods.