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Threonine has two chiral centers. Draw L-threonine and indicate which carbon atoms are chiral. Which carbon atom is responsible for D and L configuration?
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Ch.18 Amino Acids and Proteins
McMurry8th EditionFundamentals of General, Organic, and Biological ChemistryISBN: 9780134015187
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TOC.tableOfContents
- Ch.1 Matter and Measurements27
- Ch.2 Atoms and the Periodic Table20
- Ch.3 Ionic Compounds8
- Ch.4 Molecular Compounds23
- Ch.5 Classification & Balancing of Chemical Reactions12
- Ch.6 Chemical Reactions: Mole and Mass Relationships28
- Ch.7 Chemical Reactions: Energy, Rate and Equilibrium64
- Ch.8 Gases, Liquids and Solids24
- Ch.9 Solutions52
- Ch.10 Acids and Bases25
- Ch.11 Nuclear Chemistry22
- Ch.12 Introduction to Organic Chemistry: Alkanes57
- Ch.13 Alkenes, Alkynes, and Aromatic Compounds47
- Ch.14 Some Compounds with Oxygen, Sulfur, or a Halogen50
- Ch.15 Aldehydes and Ketones45
- Ch.16 Amines42
- Ch.17 Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives57
- Ch.18 Amino Acids and Proteins82
- Ch.19 Enzymes and Vitamins63
- Ch.20 Carbohydrates44
- Ch.21 The Generation of Biochemical Energy65
- Ch.22 Carbohydrate Metabolism45
- Ch.23 Lipids42
- Ch.24 Lipid Metabolism33
- Ch.25 Protein and Amino Acid Metabolism24
- Ch.26 Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis45
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Capitolo 18, Problema 40
Name four biological functions of proteins in the human body, and give an example of a protein for each function.
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Proteins serve as enzymes, which catalyze biochemical reactions in the body. Example: Amylase, which helps break down starch into sugars during digestion.
Proteins function as structural components, providing support and shape to cells and tissues. Example: Collagen, which is found in connective tissues like skin, tendons, and ligaments.
Proteins act as transport molecules, carrying substances throughout the body. Example: Hemoglobin, which transports oxygen in the blood.
Proteins play a role in immune defense by identifying and neutralizing foreign invaders. Example: Antibodies, which are produced by the immune system to fight pathogens.
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Enzymatic Function
Proteins act as enzymes, which are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body. For example, amylase is an enzyme found in saliva that helps break down carbohydrates into simpler sugars, facilitating digestion.
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Structural Support
Proteins provide structural support to cells and tissues. Collagen, for instance, is a protein that forms the framework of connective tissues, such as skin, tendons, and ligaments, contributing to their strength and elasticity.
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Transport Function
Proteins are essential for transporting molecules throughout the body. Hemoglobin is a well-known protein that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body, playing a critical role in maintaining cellular respiration and energy production.
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