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Amino acids are basically known as the building blocks of protein. The function of an amino acid is primarily to build proteins.

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What is the function of an amino acid?

They make up proteins.


What is the metabolic function of protein?

amino acid and glycerol


Which tells you more about a protein its amino acid sequences or composition?

i'd go with the amino acid sequences... they are, after all, the second genetic code, meaning they are the blueprint for the function of the amino acid.


Acid subunit of protein polymer?

The acid subunit of a protein polymer is an amino acid. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and consist of an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a side chain. The sequence of amino acids in a protein determines its structure and function.


What happens to the shape and function of a protein if one of the amino acids is replaced with a different type of amino acid?

It depends on the role of the amino acid that is altered. One amino acid might be replaced with no measurable effect on the protein's function; replacing another might cause a total loss of function.


What is the central atom in the amino acid?

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What are two function groups of amino acids?

The functional groups of an amino acid are the amino group (-NH2) and the carboxyl group (-COOH).


What type of mutation in the DNA leads to a single change in the amino acid sequence of the protein?

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Which amino acid helps in tubulin Cilia growth and function?

Glutamine is the amino acid that is involved in tubulin form and function.


What is the TRP amino acid code and its significance in protein synthesis?

The TRP amino acid code is "UGG" and it codes for the amino acid tryptophan. Tryptophan is important in protein synthesis because it is essential for the proper structure and function of proteins in the body.


Why is acid sequence of a protein of the ultumate importance?

The amino acid sequence determines the three-dimensional structure of a protein, which determines the function of the protein. If the amino acid sequence is incorrect, due to a genetic defect, the three-dimensional structure of the protein may be so disrupted as to not function properly, or not function at all.