G2 Phase:
During the Gap 2 phase, also known as the second growth phase, the cell continues to
ne cell now has to make more organelles and more cytoplasm so that the new cell will
have enough of everything it needs. There is a LOT of protein synthesis during Gz; however,
The proteins made during this phase will specifically be used to prepare for cell division. These
proteins include the structural proteins and enzymes used to make organelles and spindle fibers.
Label the amino acid to the right
with the amine group, the carboxyl
group, and the variable group.
H H O
H-
NC-C-OH
When a peptide bond forms between
2 amino acids, what type of reaction
occurs: dehydration or hydrolysis?
Explain your answer.
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