Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Sequence of Amino

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the sequence of amino acids in proteins is NOT correct?

• A)The solubility of proteins in water depends on their sequence of amino acids.
• B)Sickle cell anemia is an example of the effect that the primary structure of a protein can have on its function.
• C)The effect of substituting one amino acid for another in a protein can depend heavily on the polarity of the side groups involved.
• D)Two proteins containing the same numbers and types of amino acids can have different functions.
• E)Changing only one or two amino acids in a protein usually has little impact on its properties.

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Definitions:

H2CrO4

Chromic acid, a potent oxidizing agent utilized in organic chemistry for the oxidation of alcohols.

Br2/CCl4

A reagent combination used in organic chemistry for adding bromine across double bonds in a non-polar solvent, carbon tetrachloride.

Molecular Structure

The arrangement of atoms within a molecule, defining its chemical and physical characteristics.

Physical Property

A characteristic of a substance that can be observed or measured without changing the substance's chemical identity, examples include density, melting point, and conductivity.