Questions: The proteins of thermophiles
Multiple Choice resist denaturation. react more efficiently with DNA. are easily denatured. have a particular amino acid sequence that restricts bond fo
Transcript text: The proteins of thermophiles
Multiple Choice
resist denaturation.
react more efficiently with DNA.
are easily denatured.
have a particular amino acid sequence that restricts bond fo
Solution
The answer is the first one: resist denaturation.
Explanation for each option:
Resist denaturation: Correct. Thermophiles are organisms that thrive at high temperatures, and their proteins are adapted to resist denaturation, allowing them to maintain their structure and function under extreme heat.
React more efficiently with DNA: Incorrect. While thermophiles may have proteins that interact with DNA, this is not a defining characteristic of their proteins.
Are easily denatured: Incorrect. The proteins of thermophiles are specifically adapted to resist denaturation, not to be easily denatured.
Have a particular amino acid sequence that restricts bond formation: Incorrect. While the amino acid sequence of thermophilic proteins may contribute to their stability, the key feature is their resistance to denaturation, not necessarily the restriction of bond formation.
Summary:
The proteins of thermophiles resist denaturation, which allows them to function effectively in high-temperature environments.