A Polypeptide Is Hydrolyzed, and It Is Determined That There

question 6

Short Answer

A polypeptide is hydrolyzed, and it is determined that there are 3 Lys residues and 2 Arg residues (as well as other residues). How many peptide fragments can be expected when the native polypeptide is incubated with the proteolytic enzyme trypsin?

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Definitions:

Apparent Convergence

The perception of two parallel lines appearing to come together at a distance.

Texture Gradients

A depth cue in which the density and detail of texture change with distance, helping the observer to perceive spatial relationships.

Depth Cue

Are visual or auditory indications that provide information on the relative distance of objects from an observer, aiding in perception of depth.

Interposition

A visual signal that an object is closer than the ones behind it because it obstructs their view.