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Proteins - Coggle Diagram
Proteins
FUNCTIONS
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Creating enzymes, hormones, neurotransmitters and antibodies
Providing structure for organs, bones and ligaments in the form of collagen, keratin and elastin
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Structure
PROTEIN FRAGMENTS: shorter chains of amino acids are called peptides. They form when protein is digested, but the body also makes them for many purpose
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PROTEIN: giant complex molecules made of many amino acids connected in a chain, which often folds into a compact shape
PROTEIN COMPONENTS: amino acids are small molecules made mainly of carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen. There are 20 types in the human body
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