Question

the diagram below represents a protein with two types of amino acids: one in yellow, and the other in blue. the protein is shown in an unfolded form, as well as a folded form when in an aqueous environment. based on this image, what can you conclude about the yellow amino acids? the yellow amino acids are polar and positively charged. the yellow amino acids are nonpolar. the yellow amino acids are polar and uncharged. the yellow amino acids are hydrophilic.

Explanation:

In an aqueous environment, nonpolar amino - acids tend to cluster together in the interior of a folded protein to avoid contact with water. Since the yellow amino acids are located in the interior of the folded protein, they are nonpolar. Polar and charged (or uncharged) amino acids would interact with water and be on the surface. Hydrophilic amino acids interact with water and would not be sequestered in the interior.

Answer:

The yellow amino acids are nonpolar.