Chapter 19, Problem 19.66AQAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To analyze the side chains of the given tripeptide and conclude whether the tripeptide sequence will be found at the core or on the surface of the protein.

Concept Introduction: Amino acids with polar or hydrophilic side chains are found on the surface of a protein, whereas amino acids with non- polar or hydrophobic side chains are found at the center of a protein.

To Determine: the structure of the tripeptide Val-Ala-Leu and if this tripeptide sequence would be found at the center or at the surface of a globular protein.