TERM 1
Which bonds connect DNA?
DEFINITION 1
Phosphodiester bonds.
TERM 2
Describe primary protein structures.
DEFINITION 2
A flat, ribbon-like structure that is made up of amino acids.
Example: amino acid chains.
TERM 3
Describe secondary protein structures.
DEFINITION 3
Coils and folds of hydrogen bonds that form two structures of
sheets. Examples: alpha helix/beta-pleated sheet.
TERM 4
Describe tertiary protein structures.
DEFINITION 4
3D structure that has all weak bonds and a strong disulfide
bridge.
TERM 5
Describe quaternary protein structures.
DEFINITION 5
Two or more polypeptide chains that form one huge ball-
shaped macromolecule. Examples: collagen, hemoglobin.
