Quaternary Structure; Haemoglobin and Collagen summary activity

?
  • Created by: sjones1
  • Created on: 24-03-16 17:44
describe one difference between the structure of haemoglobin and collagen
Haemoglobin contains a prosthetic group whereas collagen does not have a prosthetic group
1 of 5
what is meant by the term Quaternary structure
Protein structure where a protein consists of more than one polypeptide chain.
2 of 5
how many oxygen molecules can bind to haemoglobin?
4
3 of 5
what is the function of collagen?
to provide mechanical strength in many areas
4 of 5
what is the function of haemoglobin?
to carry oxygen from the lungs to the tissues
5 of 5

Other cards in this set

Card 2

Front

what is meant by the term Quaternary structure

Back

Protein structure where a protein consists of more than one polypeptide chain.

Card 3

Front

how many oxygen molecules can bind to haemoglobin?

Back

Preview of the front of card 3

Card 4

Front

what is the function of collagen?

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

what is the function of haemoglobin?

Back

Preview of the front of card 5

Comments

No comments have yet been made

Similar Biology resources:

See all Biology resources »See all Biological molecules resources »