Proteins: Building Blocks of Life - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of proteins in the human body?

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Storing energy

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Building and repairing tissues

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Regulating chemical reactions

Question 2

Besides stunted growth in children, protein deficiency can lead to various health issues. Which of the following is NOT a potential health implication of inadequate protein intake?

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Enhanced immune function

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Edema

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Muscle loss

Question 3

How do alpha-helices and beta-sheets contribute to the overall shape of proteins?

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Alpha-helices provide structure, while beta-sheets add flexibility.

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Both alpha-helices and beta-sheets are flexible and can change shape easily.

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Alpha-helices and beta-sheets are interchangeable structures.

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Beta-sheets contribute to protein shape by forming globular structures.

Question 4

How do transport proteins contribute to cellular homeostasis?

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They selectively transport molecules across cell membranes, maintaining proper cell function.

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They create new proteins within the cell.

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They control gene expression and cellular metabolism.

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They provide structural support to the cell membrane.

Question 5

What determines the primary structure of a protein?

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The sequence of amino acids

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The shape of the protein

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The number of disulfide bonds

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The pH of the environment

Question 6

Which amino acid is capable of forming covalent bonds with other cysteine residues?

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Cysteine

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Alanine

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Glycine

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Methionine

Question 7

Which type of protein typically acts as an enzyme?

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Globular proteins

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Fibrous proteins

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Membrane proteins

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Storage proteins

Question 8

Which food source is considered a complete protein?

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Egg

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Rice

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Oatmeal

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Potato

Question 9

What is the primary technique used to determine the amino acid sequence of a protein?

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Edman degradation

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Mass spectrometry

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X-ray crystallography

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NMR spectroscopy

Question 10

Which type of bond stabilizes the secondary structure of a protein?

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Hydrogen bonds

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Covalent bonds

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Ionic bonds

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Disulfide bonds

Question 11

What is the term for the process by which proteins adopt their functional three-dimensional shape?

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Folding

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Unfolding

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Denaturation

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Renaturation

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of protein deficiency?

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Enhanced cognitive function

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Muscle loss

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Delayed wound healing

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Increased risk of infection

Question 13

In meat tenderization, what is the main purpose of proteolytic enzymes?

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Tenderize meat by breaking down collagen, a connective tissue protein.

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Enhance meat flavor by breaking down proteins into amino acids.

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Prevent bacterial growth on the meat surface by breaking down proteins.

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Increase the water-holding capacity of meat by breaking down proteins.

Question 14

What factors can cause protein denaturation?

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High temperature

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Extreme pH levels

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Organic solvents

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Amino acid sequence

Question 15

Which feature is NOT a characteristic of proteins?

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Insoluble in water

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Essential for building and repairing body tissues

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Composed of amino acids

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Can be denatured by heat

Question 16

What describes the primary structure of a protein?

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Linear sequence of amino acids

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Three-dimensional folding

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Chemical interactions between amino acids

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Coiling of the polypeptide chain

Question 17

Which type of bond maintains the secondary structure of proteins?

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Hydrogen bonds

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Ionic bonds

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Covalent bonds

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Disulfide bonds

Question 18

What process causes proteins to lose their native structure and functionality?

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Denaturation

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Renaturation

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Dehydration

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Aggregation

Question 19

Which type of protein is Collagen an example of?

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Fibrous

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Haemoglobin

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Insulin

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Albumin

Question 20

What is the primary role of enzymes in the body?

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Accelerating chemical reactions

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Storing energy

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Transporting molecules

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Constructing new cells

Question 21

Which part of an enzyme binds to the substrate?

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Active site

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Shape-changing region

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Product-producing region

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Denatured region

Question 22

What is the primary function of proteins in the human body?

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Building and repairing body tissues

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Energy storage

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Transport of oxygen

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Hormonal regulation

Question 23

Which of the following amino acids is essential?

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Lysine

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Alanine

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Glutamic acid

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Serine

Question 24

What causes denaturation of proteins?

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Heat or chemicals

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Chemical reactions that break down proteins

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Processes that make proteins more soluble

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Processes that convert proteins into carbohydrates

Question 25

Which of the following is a globular protein?

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Haemoglobin

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Collagen

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Keratin

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Myosin

Question 26

How are amino acids linked together in a polypeptide chain?

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Peptide bonds

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Hydrogen bonds

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Disulphide bonds

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Ionic bonds

Question 27

What is the role of chaperone proteins in cells?

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To help fold other proteins

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To transport proteins across cell membranes

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To break down damaged proteins

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To regulate gene expression

Question 28

Which of the following is a protein deficiency disease?

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Kwashiorkor

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Scurvy

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Rickets

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Beriberi

Question 29

Differentiate between a complete and an incomplete protein.

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Complete proteins contain all essential amino acids while incomplete proteins do not

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Complete proteins are only found in animal products, while incomplete proteins are found only in plant products

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Incomplete proteins cannot be digested by the human body

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There is no difference between complete and incomplete proteins

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins in the human body?

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Storing energy as carbohydrates

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Building and repairing tissues

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Transporting substances

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Regulating chemical reactions

Question 31

What is the fundamental structural unit of a protein?

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Amino acid

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Nucleotide

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Fatty acid

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Monosaccharide

Question 32

Which of the following determines the distinctive shape and function of a protein?

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Tertiary structure

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Primary structure

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Secondary structure

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Quaternary structure

Question 33

What is the name of the chemical bond that connects amino acids to form a protein chain?

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Peptidyl bond

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Ionic bond

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Hydrogen bond

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Covalent bond

Question 34

What is the process by which proteins are broken down into their constituent amino acids?

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Hydrolysis

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Oxidation

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Glycolysis

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Phosphorylation

Question 35

Which of the following is an example of an essential amino acid?

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Leucine

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Glycine

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Alanine

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Asparagine

Question 36

Proteins do not perform which of the following functions in the body?

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Storing genetic information

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Building and repairing tissues

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Producing enzymes

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Transporting oxygen

Question 37

The basic structural unit of proteins is called a:

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Amino acid

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Nucleotide

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Monosaccharide

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Fatty acid

Question 38

The process of breaking down proteins into individual amino acids is known as:

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Hydrolysis

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Glycolysis

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Oxidisation

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Reduction

Question 39

Which of the following is a complete protein source, providing all essential amino acids?

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Meat

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Beans

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Rice

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Pasta

Question 40

Which of the following foods is generally considered a poor source of protein?

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Fruit

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Eggs

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Chicken

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Nuts

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins in the human body?

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Energy storage

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Enzyme catalysis

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Building and repairing body tissues

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Hormone regulation

Question 42

What is the fundamental building block of proteins?

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Amino acid

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Carbohydrate

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Lipid

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Nucleotide

Question 43

Which food item is an example of a complete protein, containing all essential amino acids?

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Egg

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Corn

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Beans

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Rice

Question 44

What is the primary structure of a protein?

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Linear sequence of amino acids

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Protein shape

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Protein function

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Number of amino acids

Question 45

Which of the following factors can influence the structure and function of proteins?

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pH and temperature

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Blood pressure and heart rate

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Age and gender

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Occupation and income

Question 46

What is the process by which amino acids are assembled into proteins?

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Protein synthesis

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Protein degradation

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Protein folding

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Protein digestion

Question 47

Which of the following is a property characteristic of globular proteins?

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Water-soluble

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Fibrous

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Coiled structure

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Insoluble in water

Question 48

What is the primary role of enzymes in protein metabolism?

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Catalyzing reactions

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Storing energy

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Providing structural support

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Transporting substances

Question 49

Which of the following amino acids is considered non-essential for humans?

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Alanine

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Threonine

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Valine

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Lysine

Question 50

What is the significance of protein denaturation in the context of food preparation?

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Impacts appearance, texture, and digestibility

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Increases protein content

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Enhances nutritional value

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Eliminates harmful bacteria