(a)[1]
State one characteristic found in all dicotyledonous plants.
(b(i))[2]
Define the term gene.
(b(ii))[2]
Describe the differences in structure between the storage protein and the protease shown in Fig. 2.1.
(c)[2]
State the roles of mRNA and ribosomes in protein synthesis.
(d(i))[2]
State two factors other than pH that would affect enzyme activity.
(d(ii))[3]
Describe the effect of increasing pH on the activity of the protease in quinoa seeds.
(d(iii))[4]
Explain the activity of protease at pH 4.0 and at pH 7.0.