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Write the structural formula of N-methyl acetamide. What is the name of the functional group in this compound?

Important Questions on Biomolecules

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What are the nitrogenous nutrients in human diet?
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Tryptophan and histidine have the structures I and II respectively. Classify them into neutral/acidic/basic -amino acids and justify your answer. (Hint: Consider involvement of lone pair in resonance).

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Compare the molecular masses of the following compounds and explain the observed melting points.

Formula Molecular mass Melting point
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C5H11-NH2 87 -55oC
C3H7-COOH 88 -7.9oC

 

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What does the enzyme pepsin do?
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What are the initial and final products of digestion of proteins?
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Write the structural formula of dipeptide formed by combination of carboxyl group of alanine and amino group of glycine.
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A protein chain has the following amino acids residues. Show and label the interactions that can be present in various pairs from these giving rise to tertiary level structure of protein.

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What is the physical change observed when egg is boiled ?