DNA, Genes, and Protein Folding
Grade 9th Grade · Science · 75 min· Formulate An Evidence-based Explanation Regarding How The Composition Of Deoxyribonucleic Acid (dna) Determines The Structural Organization Of Proteins.
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Learning Objective
I can explain how DNA gene expression leads to protein folding.
Warm-Up Video
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Protein Structure and Folding
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
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The primary structure of a protein refers to the sequence of amino acids held together by peptide bonds, which is determined by genes.
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Secondary protein structures, such as alpha helices and beta pleated sheets, are formed due to hydrogen bonds along the amino acid backbone.
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Chaperonins are proteins that assist in the folding process by providing an ideal environment for proteins to achieve their functional 3D shape.
Practice Questions
12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Briefly explain how the sequence of DNA ultimately determines how a protein folds.”
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