Proteins

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Test for protein
Add Biuret's reagent
positive test= violet/mauve
What is the quaternary structure of a protein?
The quaternary structure of a protein refers to the arrangement of multiple protein chains (subunits) that come together to form a functional protein complex.
What is the tertiary structure of a protein?
The tertiary structure of a protein is the overall three-dimensional shape of the protein, created by interactions between the side chains of amino acids.
What is the secondary structure of a protein?
The secondary structure of a protein refers to the way the chain of amino acids folds or twists into shapes like alpha helices or beta sheets.
What is the primary structure of a protein?
The primary structure of a protein is the sequence of amino acids in the protein chain.
What is a peptide bond?
A peptide bond is a covalent bond that links two amino acids together.
What are the four levels of protein structure?
Primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary
What is the structure of an amino acid?
An amino acid has an amino group (-NH2), a carboxyl group (-COOH), and a side chain (R group) attached to a central carbon atom