Proteins

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What is the monomer or building block of proteins?

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Amino acids are the monomers that make up proteins.

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Which colored box is different for every amino acid?

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The turquoise box (top) represents the variable group in amino acids.

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What are the primary functions of proteins?

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Proteins catalyze chemical reactions, provide structure, and support the immune system.

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What is the primary sequence of a protein?

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The primary sequence refers to the order of amino acids in a protein.

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Which of the following is a protein?

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Keratin is a type of protein found in hair and nails.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological systems?

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Enzymes are proteins that catalyze/speed up chemical reactions.

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What is the structure of an amino acid?

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An amino acid consists of a central carbon, an amino group, a carboxyl group, a hydrogen atom, and a variable R group.

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What is denaturation in proteins?

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Denaturation is the process where proteins lose their structure and function due to external stress, such as heat or pH changes.

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What are the four levels of protein structure?

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The four levels are primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structure.

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What is the difference between essential and non-essential amino acids?

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Essential amino acids cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from the diet, while non-essential amino acids can be made by the body.