Chapter 2. 2·15–2·19 Proteins are versatile macromolecules that serve as building blocks.

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Check your understanding of concepts from 2·15–2·19 Proteins are versatile macromolecules that serve as building blocks by answering the following questions.

1.

1. A protein is a polymer of:

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B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct! (See section 2·15 Proteins are bodybuilding macromolecules.)
Incorrect. (See section 2·15 Proteins are bodybuilding macromolecules.)

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2. Proteins are an essential component of a healthy diet for humans (and other animals). Their most common purpose is to serve as:

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B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct! (See section 2·16 Proteins are an essential dietary component.)
Incorrect. (See section 2·16 Proteins are an essential dietary component.)

3.

3. Dietary proteins:

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B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct! (See section 2·16 Proteins are an essential dietary component.)
Incorrect. (See section 2·16 Proteins are an essential dietary component.)

4.

4. One consequence of protein denaturation is:

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B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct! (See section 2·17 A protein's function is influenced by its three-dimensional shape.)
Incorrect. (See section 2·17 A protein's function is influenced by its three-dimensional shape.)

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5. Which of the following statements about enzymes is NOT true?

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B.
C.
D.
E.

Correct! (See section 2·18 Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions.)
Incorrect. (See section 2·18 Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions.)

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