evaluate-the-impact-of-replacing-a-polar-amino-acid-with-a-nonpolar-one-in-a-pro

Question

Evaluate the impact of replacing a polar amino acid with a nonpolar one in a protein's active site. What could be a potential consequence?

Accepted Answer

The protein's ability to bind to polar substrates may decrease.

Answer

The protein will become more soluble in water.

Answer

The protein's secondary structure will be unaffected.

Answer

The protein's overall charge will increase.