Question on: SS3 Chemistry - Organic Chemistry: Amines and Amino Acids

Which level of protein structure involves interactions between amino acid side chains, forming alpha-helices and beta-sheets?

 

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A

Primary structure

 

B

Secondary structure

 

C

Tertiary structure

 

D

Quaternary structure

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Correct Option: B

The secondary structure of a protein is formed by hydrogen bonding between the amino acid side chains, leading to the formation of alpha-helices and beta-sheets.

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