Protein Chemistry

In this eLearning module, you will learn about Amino acids, Proteins are the large, complex molecules that are critical for normal functioning of cells. An essential compound for the structure, function, and regulation of the body"s tissue and organs. It is made up of smaller units called amino acids, building blocks of proteins. They also serve as the nitrogenous backbone for compounds like neurotransmitters and hormones.

In this eLearning module, you will learn about the classification of proteins. Proteins are highly complex substance that is present in all living organisms. Proteins are of great nutritional value and are directly involved in the chemical processes essential for life. Proteins are classified based on its shape, constitution, nature of molecules. On the basis of shape protein can be divided into fibrous protein, globular proteins. It is divided into simple proteins and conjugated proteins based on the constitution. On the basis of nature of molecules it is divided into acidic proteins and basic proteins.