Multiple Choice
Which of the following is false about the R group of amino acids?
6. Proteins
Protein Basics
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Which of the following protein models would you use if you wanted to gain an idea of what the surface of a protein looked like?
A
Backbone
B
Ribbon
C
Wire
D
Space-Filing
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Understand the different types of protein models: Backbone, Ribbon, Wire, and Space-Filling. Each model provides a different perspective on the protein's structure.
The Backbone model shows the basic connectivity of the protein's polypeptide chain, focusing on the alpha carbon atoms and the peptide bonds.
The Ribbon model highlights the secondary structure elements like alpha helices and beta sheets, providing insight into the protein's folding pattern.
The Wire model represents the protein with lines connecting atoms, useful for visualizing the overall structure and interactions but not the surface.
The Space-Filling model, also known as the CPK model, represents atoms as spheres scaled to their van der Waals radii, providing a realistic view of the protein's surface and how it might interact with other molecules.
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