that two proteins having different PI value . so run that two proteins in capillary having different PI regions. then they can separate easily according to their PI value.
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To separate two proteins of the same molecular weight, you can use techniques such as gel electrophoresis, chromatography, or isoelectric focusing. These methods rely on differences in properties such as size, charge, or interactions with the separation matrix to effectively separate the proteins.
Different proteins can have the same relative molecular mass because molecular weight alone does not determine a protein's structure or function. Proteins can vary in amino acid sequence, post-translational modifications, and three-dimensional structure while still having the same molecular mass. Thus, proteins with different compositions and functions can have similar molecular masses.
SDS-PAGE (sodium dodecyl sulfate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis) is a common technique used to separate proteins based on their molecular weight. It denatures the proteins and binds a negative charge to them, allowing for separation solely based on size. It is often used in biochemistry and molecular biology research to analyze protein composition and purity.
To calculate the molecular weight of a protein in electrophoresis, you would use a standard curve generated with protein standards of known molecular weights run on the same gel. By plotting the migration distance of the standard proteins against their known molecular weights, you can then determine the molecular weight of your protein of interest based on its migration distance on the gel in comparison to the standard curve.
The molecular weight of Bacillus megaterium will vary depending on the specific proteins, DNA, RNA, and other molecules present in its cellular structure. Generally, the molecular weight of Bacillus megaterium is estimated to be around 5-10 million Daltons.
The compound with the highest molar mass is likely to have the highest molecular weight as well. Examples of solutes with high molecular weights include proteins like albumin or polysaccharides like starch.