Match each definition in the first column to the correct term in the second column.
-The overall three-dimensional shape of a protein.

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Tertiary structure refers to the overall three-dimensional shape of a protein.

Answer: J
 Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

Answer: F
 Polarity refers to the presence of partial positive and negative charges in a molecule.

Answer: G
 The active site is the specific region of a protein where a substrate binds and chemical reactions occur.

Answer: I
 Hydrogen bonds are weak chemical bonds that occur between partially positively charged hydrogen atoms and negatively charged atoms such as oxygen or nitrogen.

Answer: A
 Monosaccharides are single sugar molecules and a type of carbohydrate.

Answer: B
 Triglycerides are a type of lipid composed of three fatty acid molecules and a glycerol molecule.

Answer: C
 A compound is a substance made up of two or more different elements.

Answer: D
 Denaturation refers to the process of changing the shape and activity of a protein, often by exposing it to extreme conditions such as high temperature or strong acids.

Answer: E
 An element is a substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

Match Each Definition in the First Column to the Correct