Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
What are protein molecules made up of?
A
Long chains of amino acids
2
Q
How do proteins form their specific shape?
A
The long chains are folded
3
Q
What does this specific shape enable?
A
Molecules to fit into the protein
4
Q
Name 4 things proteins act as
A
Structural components of tissues (like muscles), hormones, antibodies, catalysts
5
Q
What do catalysts increase?
A
The rate of chemical reactions
6
Q
What are biological catalysts?
A
Enzymes
7
Q
What are enzymes made from?
A
Proteins
