Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not a function of a protein?
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4. Biomolecules
Proteins
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Which structure in a polypeptide gives rise to the unlimited diversity in protein form and function?
A
Quaternary structure
B
Primary structure
C
Tertiary structure
D
Secondary structure
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Begin by understanding the levels of protein structure: primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary.
The primary structure of a protein is the sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain. This sequence is determined by the genetic code and is unique to each protein.
The sequence of amino acids in the primary structure determines how the protein will fold into its secondary and tertiary structures, which ultimately affects its function.
The diversity in protein form and function arises from the variation in the amino acid sequence in the primary structure. Different sequences lead to different folding patterns and interactions, resulting in diverse protein functions.
While secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures contribute to the final shape and function of the protein, it is the primary structure that provides the fundamental blueprint for diversity.
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