Hospital & Healthcare Management November 19, 2024
Proteins comprise many smaller parts called amino acids strung together in a certain order. There are 20 different amino acids; they combine in various sequences to form thousands of proteins. Each Protein, therefore, has its specific structure and function determined by these sequences. Proteins are very important in the body; they build and repair tissues, act as enzymes speeding up chemical reactions, and form antibodies in order to support the immune system. In addition, they are involved in hormone regulation and the transport of molecules across the cell membrane. Our bodies couldn’t function without proteins.
Protein Structure and Function
Protein function is directly related to the shape. For instance, some enzymes have particular shapes to attach to their substrates and...
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