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7 Types of Protein

OCR Y1 / AS Level Biology A

Module 2 Foundations in Biology
Chapter 3 Biological Molecules
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the OUP textbook

3.7 Types of Protein

Lesson Objectives:
Learners should be able to demonstrate and apply
their knowledge and understanding of:
• The structure and function of globular
proteins including a conjugated protein
• The properties and functions of fibrous
proteins
 Bell Task - Peptides

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The general structure of amino acids RECAP
All amino acids have the same general structure: the only
difference between each one is the nature of the R group.
The R group therefore defines an amino acid.

amino carboxylic
group acid group

R group
The R group represents a side chain from the central ‘alpha’
carbon atom, and can be anything from a simple hydrogen
atom to a more complex ring structure.

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Peptide bonds and dipeptides RECAP

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The structure of proteins RECAP

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Protein structure RECAP

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 Types of Protein
Globular Proteins
• E.g. Insulin

Conjugated Proteins
• E.g Haemoglobin & Catalase Enzyme

Fibrous Proteins
• E.g. Keratin, Elastin and Collagen
Globular proteins
Globular proteins usually have a spherical shape caused
by tightly folded polypeptide chains.
The chains are usually folded so that hydrophobic groups are
on the inside, while the hydrophilic groups are on the outside.
This makes many globular proteins soluble in water.
 transport proteins – such
as haemoglobin,
myoglobin and those
embedded in membranes.
 enzymes – such as lipase
and DNA polymerase.
 hormones – such as
oestrogen and insulin.

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Fibrous proteins
Fibrous proteins are formed from parallel polypeptide chains
held together by cross-links. These form long, rope-like fibres,
with high tensile strength and are generally insoluble in water.

 collagen – the main

component of connective
tissue such as ligaments,
tendons, cartilage.

 keratin – the main

component of hard
structures such as hair,
nails, claws and hooves.

 silk – forms spiders’ webs and silkworms’ cocoons.

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 Task
• Use the information to make notes on
each type of protein:
You must include:
1. The function of the protein
2. How structure relates to function
3. Details about the structure of the proteins
4. The level of protein structure
5. Specific groups or part of the protein
Globular Proteins
Conjugated Proteins
Fibrous Proteins
Fibrous Proteins – Elastin
Fibrous Proteins – Collagen
 Review Questions
Answer the
summary
questions

Answer the
exam
questions
on the sheet

Extension:
Answer the
questions
on the
stretch and
challenge
worksheet
Tuesday, 23 April 2019

3.7 Types of Protein

Back to the Objectives…
Lesson Objectives:
Learners should be able to demonstrate and apply
their knowledge and understanding of:
• The structure and function of globular
proteins including a conjugated protein
• The properties and functions of fibrous
proteins