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1. The amino acid arginine, which is typically considered non-essential, becomes essential during periods of enhanced growth or surgical recovery due to increased physiological demands.
2. The alpha-helix regions of proteins are formed principally by hydrogen bonds between a carbonyl oxygen atom in one peptide bond and the amide hydrogen from a different peptide bond, which stabilizes this common secondary structure.
3. Leucine is the only ketogenic amino acid among the options given, meaning it is metabolized to acetoacetate or acetyl-CoA, precursors for ketone bodies.
4. Leucine is an amino acid with a neutral aliphatic side chain, contributing to its hydrophobic nature and involvement in protein folding.
5. Methionine is a sulfur-containing amino acid, which plays a crucial role in the initiation of translation and is a precursor for cysteine synthesis.
6. Neurofibrillary tangles and neuritic plaques in Alzheimer's disease show a high content of beta-pleated sheet structure, a characteristic of amyloid proteins that contributes to their aggregation.
7. Amyloid fibrils share an identical secondary structure known as the beta-pleated sheet, which is a stable configuration contributing to the fibril's resistance to proteolytic degradation.
8. The drug bortezomib inhibits the proteasome, preventing the degradation of polyubiquitinated proteins, which are tagged for destruction within the cell.
9. Albumin is not a positive acute phase reactant; in fact, its levels typically decrease during the acute phase response, unlike other proteins such as C-reactive protein and haptoglobin.
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1. The amino acid histidine is considered semi-essential, meaning that it is typically synthesized by the human body but must be obtained from the diet during periods of rapid growth such as childhood and pregnancy. Histidine is important for growth and tissue repair and is a precursor to histamine, a vital compound in immune response.
2. Protein denaturation involves the loss of the protein's native structure, caused by the disruption of hydrogen and ionic bonds. These bonds are responsible for maintaining the protein's secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures, allowing the protein to perform its biological function.
3. Alzheimer's disease is associated with protein misfolding, where abnormal accumulation of beta-amyloid plaques and tau tangles occur in the brain. These misfolded proteins are toxic and disrupt neuron function, leading to the symptoms of Alzheimer's.
4. The children described are in a state of negative nitrogen balance, which occurs when nitrogen output exceeds nitrogen intake. This is due to insufficient protein in their diet, commonly seen in malnutrition, where the body breaks down muscle to meet its protein needs.
5. In sickle cell disease, the mutation in codon 6 of the beta-globin chain results in the substitution of glutamate, a negatively charged, polar, hydrophilic amino acid, with valine, which is uncharged, non-polar, and hydrophobic. This substitution causes the hemoglobin to polymerize under low oxygen conditions, leading to sickle-shaped red blood cells.
6. The disulfide bonds in the cysteine residues of a protein contribute to its tertiary structure, which is the three-dimensional folding pattern of a protein. When these bonds are broken, as in the case of a 'permanent wave,' the protein's tertiary structure is most affected.
7. Arginine is an essential amino acid under conditions of surgical recovery, even though it is typically considered non-essential. It plays a crucial role in wound healing and immune function, making it necessary during times of increased physiological stress.
8. Leucine is the most abundantly occurring amino acid in proteins among the standard 20 amino acids. It plays a significant role in protein synthesis and muscle repair.
9. Amyloid plaques in Alzheimer's disease exhibit a high content of beta-pleated sheet structures. These structures are stable and resist degradation, leading to the accumulation of amyloid plaques in the brain tissue.
10. Methionine is an essential amino acid that must be obtained from the diet, especially in individuals following a vegetarian diet. It is critical for various metabolic processes, including the synthesis of other amino acids and methylation reactions.
11. When a globular protein is dissolved in water, hydrophobic amino acids like leucine, valine, and tryptophan are typically buried in the interior of the molecule. This arrangement minimizes their interaction with the aqueous environment, stabilizing the protein's structure.
12. The structure of adult hemoglobin (HbA1) is described by its quaternary structure, which involves the assembly of two alpha and two beta globin chains. This level of organization is crucial for its function in oxygen transport.
13. Sickle cell anemia is caused by a mutation in the beta-globin gene, where glutamic acid is replaced by valine at position 6 of the beta-globin chain. This single amino acid substitution leads to the formation of hemoglobin S, which causes red blood cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped under low oxygen conditions.
14. Proteins of high biological value are those that are easily digestible, contain all essential amino acids in a balanced form, and are typically derived from animal sources such as red and white meat, fish, liver, dairy products, and eggs. Some plant-based proteins like lentils also possess these qualities, providing a complete amino acid profile necessary for human nutrition.
15. Under specific conditions like surgical recovery or rapid growth, certain amino acids typically considered non-essential become essential. These include arginine and histidine, which are crucial for tissue repair and immune function during these times.
16. In sickle cell anemia, a genetic mutation affects the beta-globin chain of hemoglobin. This mutation leads to the substitution of glutamic acid with valine at the sixth position of the beta chain. This single amino acid change causes the hemoglobin to polymerize under low oxygen conditions, resulting in the characteristic sickle shape of red blood cells.
17. The alpha chain and beta chain are the two primary components of hemoglobin, working together to transport oxygen efficiently throughout the body. In sickle cell anemia, the beta chain specifically is altered, leading to significant clinical implications including anemia, pain episodes, and potential organ damage due to impaired blood flow.
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**Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: A Comprehensive Study Guide** **Amino Acids: Structure and Essentiality** Amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, are pivotal in various physiological processes. Each amino acid is composed of a central carbon atom bonded to an amino group, a car...
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