3.1.4 Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
General structure of proteins
A
(Look up)
R- side chain
COOH- carboxyl group
NH2- amine group
H- hydrogen
Attached to central C
2
Q
Disulphide bridges
A
Strong + not broken easily
3
Q
Ionic bonds
A
Formed between carboxyl and amino groups that aren’t involved in forming peptides. weak bonds
4
Q
Hydrogen bonds
A
Easily broken but there are lots
5
Q
Suggest why lack of protein in diet causes swelling
Reference to tissue fluid
A
Less protein in blood
Water potential too high in blood
Water not drawn into capillary by osmosis
Fluid stays in tissue leading to swelling
