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To denature a protein is to change its _________. |
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Cells are composed of ____%-_____% protein |
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Hydrolysis of proteins mainly occurs in the:
a. small intestine b. stomach c. mouth |
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True or False:
Most people want to have a positive nitrogen balance. |
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False; most people want an equilibrium. |
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How can you increase the digestibility of a plant protein? |
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By combining it with animal protein, ex: chili. |
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What is the reference protein and why? |
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an egg because it meets the requirements of young children therefore it must meet the adult requirements. |
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What age range does Kwashiorkor usually occur in? Marasmus? |
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Kwashiorkor: 18 mths. - 2 years old
Marasmus: 6-18 mths. |
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What can the body do if it does not have an essential amino acid needed to make a protein? |
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It can break down some of its own proteins to get it |
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How many of the amino acids that we use are essential? |
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Each amino acid contains an ______ group, ________ group, _________ atom, and a distinctive _______ group. |
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amino; acid; hydrogen; side |
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What is the function of tRNA? |
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to collect amino acids from the cell fluid and bring them to the mRNA. |
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Sickle-cell anemia is the result of what kind of error in the synthesis process? |
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How many grams per kilogram of protein should a person have in a day? |
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An abundance of dietary protein is common in what 2 countries? |
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True or False:
Amino acid supplements are essential for the body. |
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False; too much of an amino acid can limit the absorption of other amino acids and can become toxic. |
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