Posted: May 22nd, 2017

The physical structure of a protein often reflects and affects its function. a. Describe THREE types of chemical bonds/interactions found in proteins.

The physical structure of a protein often reflects and affects its function. a. Describe THREE types of chemical bonds/interactions found in proteins. For each type, describe the role in determining protein structure. b. Discuss how the structure of a protein affects the function of TWO of the following.  muscle contraction  regulation of enzyme activity  cell signaling c. Abnormal hemoglobin is the identifying characteristic of sickle cell anemia. Explain the genetic basis of abnormal hemoglobin. Explain why the sickle cell allele is selected for in certain areas of the world.