1
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Describe the structure of protein
A
- strands of amino acids
Amino acid structure:
- AA = building block of protein
- contains N = ~20 AAs
- 1 C atom (backbone) + amino group (N) + acid group + side group
- sequence of AAs determine shape and function
2
Q
Difference between Non-Essential and Essential AAs
A
Non-Essential: body can synthesize
Essential: body cannot synthesize
3
Q
Dipeptide vs Tripeptide vs Polypeptide
A
Dipeptide: 2 AAs bonded
Tripeptide: 3 AAs bonded
Polypeptide: more than 10 AAs bonded
- Oligopeptide = 4-10 AAs
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