Discuss using your own words and illustrations the organisation of a protein, from its linear amino acid sequence, to its final three–dimensional configuration, which may include one or more polypeptides. Include what types of bonds help to stabilise each structural level, from primary through quaternary structure.

Discuss using your own words and illustrations the organisation of a protein, from its linear amino acid sequence, to its final three–dimensional configuration, which may include one or more polypeptides. Include what types of bonds help to stabilise each structural level, from primary through quaternary structure.

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Chapter3: The Chemistry Of Life: Organic Compounds

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Problem 9TYU: Which of the following levels of protein structure may be affected by hydrogen bonding? (a) primary...

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