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Why protein is called primary structure?

Proteins *have* primary, secondary, tertiary, and quarternary structures. The primary structure is simply the chain of amino acids without any other structure. Secondary structure results from folding of the chain to form rudimentary structures such as alpha helices, beta sheets and turns. Tertiary structure results from the further folding of the protein with secondary structures into different 3D shapes by interactions between different parts of the secondary structure. Quarternary structure results from different proteins with tertiary structures coming together to form a protein complex.


Proteins with more than one polypeptide chain have what structure?

Proteins with more than one polypeptide chain have a quaternary structure. This structure is formed by the assembly of multiple polypeptide chains into a functional protein complex. The interactions between the individual polypeptide chains contribute to the overall structure and function of the protein.


Which amino acid can stabilize protein structures by forming covalent cross-link between polypeptide chains?

Cysteine is the amino acid that can stabilize protein structures by forming covalent cross-links between polypeptide chains through disulfide bonds.


A long chain of amino acids?

A long chain of amino acids forms a protein. The sequence of amino acids determines the structure and function of the protein. Proteins carry out essential functions in the body, such as enzymatic activity, structural support, and transport of molecules.


A pleated sheet organization in a polypeptide chain is an example of which structure?

A pleated sheet organization in a polypeptide chain is an example of secondary protein structure, specifically beta sheet secondary structure. It involves hydrogen bonding between neighboring polypeptide strands running in opposite directions.

Related Questions

Is protein larger in size compared to a polypeptide?

A protein is a polypeptide.


Is a quaternary structure a polypeptide sequence of amino acids?

No, the polypeptide sequence of amino acids is the primary structure of a protein. The quaternary structure of the protein is the non-covalent interactions (hydrophobic binding, van der wals forces etc..) between subunits/domains of a protein.


What is the correct order smallest to largest protein - amino acid - polypeptide?

The correct order from smallest to largest is: amino acid, polypeptide, protein. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are made up of one or more polypeptide chains. The polypeptide chains fold and interact to form the final protein structure.


What is another name for a protein chain?

the answer would be.... polypeptide


What are the polymers of a protein?

Polypeptide


Is a protein a polypeptide?

A polypeptide chain is made up amino acids that form from a peptide bond. The polypeptide chain makes up a protein; therefore, the type of protein is contingent on the number of chains present.


What is a tertiary protein structure exemplified by?

A tertiary protein structure is the three-dimensional arrangement of a polypeptide chain. An example of a tertiary protein structure is the globular shape of enzymes like catalase or lysozyme. This structure is crucial for the protein's function as it determines the active sites and binding sites.


What is a chain of amino acids linked together from end to end called?

The chain of amino acids linked together form Protein. Depending on the type and arrangement of aminoacids, different types of proteins are formed. The blueprint for this formation is provided by the genetic material ot the organism where it is being synthesized.


What chain is sequences of amino acids that is the foundation for the basic structure of a protein?

polypeptide chain


What is the name given to the protein molecule when is consists of a basic polypeptide chain?

The protein molecule is called a polypeptide when it consists of a basic chain of amino acids. A polypeptide chain folds into a specific 3D structure to become a functional protein.


What is a science name for protein?

The other name for protein is hhhjguddf.


Is polypeptide chain a protein?

A polypeptide chain is made up amino acids that form from a peptide bond. The polypeptide chain makes up a protein; therefore, the type of protein is contingent on the number of chains present.