Structure of Protein
When two amino acids bond
Peptide
The definition of denaturation
Changing a protein without breaking the bonds
What does it mean to flute the edge of a pie?
The crimp the edges using your fingers.
Protein found in yeast bread
How many TOTAL amino acids are there?
20
More there are two or more amino acid bonds
polypeptides
When denaturation is not reversible it is called...
coagulation
What are the two main ingredients needed in a meringue?
sugar and egg whites
liquid part of protein found in milk- used in protein powders
Whey
Amino acids we need to get from our diet/food
The three structures of protein are called...
primary, secondary, tertiary
Two types of physical denaturation
temperature changes and mechanical
What do you need to keep SUPER accurate when making meringue?
the temperature..
Solid part of protein found in milk
A complete protein is...(definition)
When the secondary structure is in the shape of a coil, it is called.....
a helix...
Give an example of how you could denature a protein by chemical means.
Adding vinegar, baking soda, alcohol, any type of chemical to a protein to change it...
Why is it important to not get ANY egg yolk into your meringue?
It will cause the meringue not to froth due to the fat preventing the proteins from bonding with each other
Protein found in eggs
Albumin
What element is found in Protein that is not found in Carbohydrates or Fat?
Nitrogen
How are primary, secondary, and tertiary structures connected?
primary is the foundation, secondary is the shapes, tertiary is the 3-D/overall structure. They are all part of the same protein molecule.
What is an example of denaturation that is not coagulation?
whipping eggs to a froth and letting them sit,
jello solidifies in the fridge and can turn back when heated.
What is the name/type of meringue you are making?
Italian
the bright red protein found in muscles
Myoglobin
The process of adding and removing oxygen from protein is called....