Chapter 24.3, Problem 20LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The meaning of the amino acid sequence in a protein is to be explained.

Concept introduction: Amino acids are organic compounds that contain amino and carboxylic acids functional groups.

Answer to Problem 20LC

The order in which amino acids of peptide link together to make protein is called its amino acid sequence.

Explanation of Solution

A peptide is formed when the amino group of one acid combines with the carboxyl group of another acid. Proteins are peptides that contain more than $100$ amino acids. The amino acid sequence of a protein refers to the order in which the individual amino acids of a peptide chain are joined together to form the protein.

Conclusion

The order in which amino acids of peptide link together to make protein is called its amino acid sequence.