10.2.4 - Denaturation of Proteins
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What is denaturation?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to proteins when cooked.
Give an example of denaturation.
💡 Hint: Consider cooking or food examples.
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What happens to proteins during denaturation?
💡 Hint: Think about what denaturation means.
True or False: The primary structure of a protein is altered during denaturation.
💡 Hint: Focus on what parts of protein structure are involved.
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Explore the role of pH in the denaturation of proteins and provide examples where this is critical in food science.
💡 Hint: Consider the connection between pH levels and protein stability.
Create a flowchart that explains the consequences of denaturation on a protein's biological function.
💡 Hint: Outline the steps in the flow of denaturation effects.
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