Practice - Tertiary Structure: The Overall 3D Fold (The Functional Shape)
Practice Questions
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What is the tertiary structure of a protein?
💡 Hint: Think about what determines a protein's functional shape.
Name one interaction that stabilizes tertiary structure.
💡 Hint: Consider the types of forces that can hold a protein together.
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What is the main role of tertiary structure in proteins?
💡 Hint: Think about how the shape of the protein relates to its action.
True or False: Tertiary structure includes interactions between R-groups.
💡 Hint: Recall what contributes to a protein's 3D arrangement.
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Given a scenario where a protein is exposed to high temperatures, explain the effect on its tertiary structure and subsequent function.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when heat affects protein structure.
Illustrate how mutations in R-group composition can affect protein tertiary structure and functionality, using an example of a specific enzyme.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the changes in amino acid properties impact protein structure.
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