Practice Amino Acids: The Monomers - 4.4.1 | Module 4: Biomolecules - The Universal Building Blocks of Life | Biology (Biology for Engineers)
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4.4.1 - Amino Acids: The Monomers

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What are amino acids?

💡 Hint: Think about the fundamental components of proteins.

Question 2

Easy

What is a zwitterion?

💡 Hint: Consider how amino acids behave in water.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

Which part of the amino acid structure varies among different amino acids?

  • Amino group
  • Carboxyl group
  • R-group

💡 Hint: Think of what makes each amino acid unique.

Question 2

True or False: All amino acids have the same side chain.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the definition of amino acids.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss how the properties of amino acid R-groups affect protein folding and stability.

💡 Hint: Consider how amino acids contribute to the landscape of a folded protein.

Question 2

Explain the impact of a single amino acid change on protein function, using sickle cell anemia as an example.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how changing one element can disrupt the balance in a system.

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