NTR 301 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Starch, Independent Community And Health Concern, Low-Density Lipoprotein
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Protein: describe the general structure of amino acids and list how they differ from each other. All amino acids have an amino group, central carbon, and carboxylic acid. They all have an r- group as well, but those side groups are how they differ from each other (in size, shape, and charge): explain the difference between essential and nonessential amino acids. Essential amino acids are required in the diet; nonessential amino acids can be made by the body: explain the basic steps in protein synthesis, amino acids are linked together, amino group to acid group (by following the. Blueprint imbedded in every cell"s nucleus: some of the side groups (r-groups) interact with each other (attracting, chemically bonding, repelling. Amines are made from just one amino acid. Functions: provide structure, regulate body processes, maintain homeostasis of fluid, sodium/potassium, acid/base, transports other nutrients, provides defense, provides energy. All of the top bullets are only able to happen because protein provides energy.