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Flashcards by Emma Allde, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by Emma Allde
over 8 years ago
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| Question | Answer |
| Non-coded amino acids are different that normal AAs in what way | not naturally encoded or found in the genetic code of any organisms |
| Hydroxyproline | Hydroxylation of proline |
| Hydroxyproline is an important component of what | collagen |
| Why is hydroxyproline an important component of collagen | Allows for specific triple helix structure |
| Selencysteine | Encoded by subset of STOP codons, contains Se instead of S |
| Importance of selencysteine | Has a reduced pKa useful for enzymes in anti-oxidant activity |
| Homocysteine | Extra methyl group compared to cysteine |
| What is the importance of homocysteine | Needed to synthesise cysteine |
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