amino acids and proteins b.2
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Amino Acids and Proteins B.2. there are about 20 amino acids that occur naturally they are the basic “building blocks” of life/proteins . Draw the general formula of 2-amino acids (2- because both functional groups are attached to the second carbon). NH 2 CHR COOH. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Amino Acids and Proteins B.2
• there are about 20 amino acids that occur naturally
• they are the basic “building blocks” of life/proteins
Draw the general formula of 2-amino acids (2- because both functional groups are attached to the second carbon)
NH2CHRCOOH
Properties of 2-amino acids (B.2.2)
• Zwitterion (dipolar) – amino acids contain both acidic and basic groups
in the same molecule • therefore, are amphoteric (capable of behaving as
acids or bases) in nature – amines can accept a proton– carboxylic acids can donate a proton
• Buffers– buffer solution • the pH of the solution is "resistant" to small additions of
either a strong acid or strong base• used as a means of keeping pH at a nearly constant value
– the amphoteric nature of amino acids makes it possible for them to act as buffers in aqueous solutions • when in a strong acid, H+ is added to an amino acid (the
zwitterion accepts the proton) thus minimizing the effect of the acid added • if in a strong base, the zwitterion donates H+ to neutralize
the base (OH-) to form water
• Isoelectric point– Kahn academy video (5:25)– the isoelectric point is the pH value at which the
negative and positive charges are equal• this is unique for each a.a. at a certain pH
– used to separate proteins in a process called electrophoresis
Condensation Reactions in order to form polypeptides (B.2.3)
• amino acids will link together to form polypeptides (proteins)
• enzymes are necessary!• the link/bond is between carboxyl group on
one a.a. and the amino group on the other• water is formed and remaining N and C link
together with a peptide bond• peptide bonds YouTube (1:14)
Primary Structure
• determined by the number, kind, and order of a.a. in the polypeptide.
• held together by simple peptide bonds.
Proteins have a complex structure which can be explained by defining four levels of structure (B.2.4)
What is a protein video 3:38
Secondary Structure Two types of spontaneously, regular, repeating
structures as the polypeptide is made1. alpha helix – a coil or zigzag shape that results
from the hydrogen bonds along the strand
2. beta pleated sheets – back and forth folding of polypeptides because of hydrogen bonds between adjacent polypeptides or in the same strand
Tertiary Structure • highly specific looping and folding of the
polypeptide because of the following interactions between their R-groups:– covalent bonding-- disulfide bridges formed when
two cysteine amino acids combine due to sulfur in their R groups
– hydrogen bonding-- between polar groups on the side chain
– ionic attractions-- formed between polar side groups
– van der Waal’s attractions-- between non-polar side groups
• this tertiary level is the final level of organization for proteins containing only a single polypeptide chain
Quaternary Structure
• linkage of two or more polypeptides to form a single protein in precise ratios and with a precise 3-D configuration.
• some proteins have a prosthetic group (a non-peptide)– these proteins are called conjugated proteins• ex. hemoglobin
• John Kyrk protein folding• Protein folding
Quaternary Structure example
Analysis of Proteins (B.2.5)
• there are various analytical techniques that can be used to identify proteins and amino acids
• main two are: 1. paper chromatography2. electrophoresis
Paper Chromatography• break peptide bonds in the protein and obtain
constituent a.a.– (use 6 M HCl, 110°C)
• place sample spot on paper and set paper in solvent
• amino acids separate based on polarity• calculate Rf value and compare to amino acids
with know values
solventbymoveddistancespotbymoveddistanceR f
Electrophoresis• this technique separates charged molecules
based on their ability to migrate when an electric field is applied to the system sample is placed in a gel and electricity applied
• different a.a. will move at different rates towards a (+) or (-) electrode
• will stop at different distances– this is its isoelectric point where a particular a.a. will
not move as its charges are balanced– distances can then be compared with known values
for identification
Protein Functions (B.2.6)
• Structure – fibrous proteins provide structure and strength (muscle, cartilage, skin,
bones, hair)
• Transport– hemoglobin in the red blood cells is vital in carrying oxygen
• Hormones – have a regulatory effect on specific cells/organs in the body
• Immunoproteins – play a key role in the fight against infection (antibodies)
• Energy Storage – play an important role in the human body as energy storage
• Enzymes– catalyze biochemical reactions (1000’s) within the body