Proteins summary notes
27 September 2022 18:24
Protein uses:
Structure- blood vessels, hair, feathers
Signalling- hormones, neurotransmitters
Digestion and growth- enzymes
Immune system- antibodies
Cellular reactions- transport proteins in cell membranes, enzymes etc
- 22 natural variations of R group, 20 encoded in DNA
- Acidic and basic ends- acts as buffer in solutions
- Molecule is neutral overall or R group affects charge
Dipeptide- made from 2 peptides in a condensation reaction
- Water released
- Peptide bond formed
Polypeptide chains
27 September 2022 18:24
Protein uses:
Structure- blood vessels, hair, feathers
Signalling- hormones, neurotransmitters
Digestion and growth- enzymes
Immune system- antibodies
Cellular reactions- transport proteins in cell membranes, enzymes etc
- 22 natural variations of R group, 20 encoded in DNA
- Acidic and basic ends- acts as buffer in solutions
- Molecule is neutral overall or R group affects charge
Dipeptide- made from 2 peptides in a condensation reaction
- Water released
- Peptide bond formed
Polypeptide chains
