Levels of protein structure Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary structure, and what bond is in it?

A

Amino acid sequence
Peptide bond

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2
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What are the two types of secondary structures and their features?

A

Alpha helix - Long amino acid sequence in a helix
Beta pleated sheet - Folded

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3
Q

What bond is in a secondary structure?

A

Hydrogen

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4
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What is the tertiary structure and what bonds are involved (strongest to weakest)?

A

The 3D structure

Hydrophobic interactions
Disulfide bridges
Covalent
Ionic
Hydrogen

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5
Q

What is the quaternary structure?

A

Different subunits joining up

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