Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Chapter 3, Problem 66TQ
Summary Introduction
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The structural feature of sugars that help the cell to survive in the condition of dehydration.
Introduction:
Water is an essential element of lifeand the loss of water is known as dehydration. As a result, cell membranes can break dow, nrumbling of the cellular structure and proteins unfolding may take place.
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Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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