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The Alpha Helix is an example of what kind of protein structure?

Secondary structure. Here you have a bunch of primary structures bonded together. Yes, there is a twisty shape, but it is made from one flat sheet.

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Metabolism is _____________ while Anabolism is _____________ and Catabolism is _____________

All the chemical reactions in the body. Chemical reactions that build bonds. Chemical reactions that break bonds.

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This functional group, that is found on an amino acid, is called _____________.

A carboxyl group

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Nonpolar amino acids will ___________________

not attract water and will tend to cluster together so they can hide from water. This will form predictable shapes.

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NH2 is what kind of functional group found on an amino acid? REMEMBER! "R" simply refers to the "Rest of the Molecule".

An amino group

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What kind of chemical reaction is taking place here?

You can call it a reduction reaction. HOWEVER! Specifically, it is a dehydration synthesis reaction.

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The beta sheet is an example of what kind of protein structure?

Secondary structure. Yes, there are folds, but it is made from one sheet of several primary structures.

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In this model of an amino acid, what does the R stand for?

R refers to the variable group, or side chain, which is the rest of the molecule that makes it different from other amino acids.

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The amino acid sequence of a protein is determined by _____________________.

the DNA found in a gene that encodes for that protein.

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The human immune system requires proteins such as ____________ and __________ to work efficiently.

Antigens and Antibodies

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What is the difference between essential amino acids and nonessential amino acids?

You can only get essential amino acids in your food. Your body can make nonessential amino acids.

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Proteins are polymers. What are the monomers needed to make them?

Amino Acids

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Insulin is a protein-based hormone your body needs to regulate blood sugar. What kind of protein structure is it made of?

Primary structure. It is simply a bunch of amino acids covalently bonded into a flat chain.

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