Why Doesn't Denaturation Affect the Primary Structure of a Protein

question 61

Multiple Choice

Why doesn't denaturation affect the primary structure of a protein?

• A) Actually, denaturation does hydrolyze amino acids.
• B) because peptide bonds are higher energy bonds than other interactions
• C) because peptide bonds are stronger than other interactions
• D) because peptide bonds are weaker than other interactions
• E) because peptide bonds cannot be broken under any circumstances

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Definitions:

Nutrients

Substances obtained from food that are vital for growth, maintenance, and repair of the body's tissues.

Parenchyma

A type of unspecialized plant tissue consisting of large, thin-walled cells for various functions, such as photosynthesis, storage, and secretion.

Complex Tissue

Plant or animal tissue consisting of more than one type of cell working together to perform a specific function.

Parenchyma

A type of plant tissue consisting of living cells that are often soft and function in photosynthesis, storage, and wound repair.