Overview
Proteins are essential biomolecules that perform a wide range of functions in living organisms. They are made up of amino acids and have four distinct levels of structure: primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary. Each level of structure is critical for the protein's overall shape and function, ...
Key Terms
Example: Glycine is the simplest amino acid.
Example: Peptide bonds link amino acids in a protein chain.
Example: Keratin in hair contains many alpha helices.
Example: Silk proteins are rich in beta sheets.
Example: Myoglobin has a globular tertiary structure.
Example: Hemoglobin has a quaternary structure with four subunits.
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