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Proteins are primarily composed of 20 different amino acids, which are organic compounds made up of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sometimes sulfur. The specific sequence of these amino acids, known as the primary structure, determines the protein's unique shape and function. The amino acids are linked together by peptide bonds, forming polypeptide chains that fold into complex three-dimensional structures. These structures are stabilized by various interactions, including hydrogen bonds, ionic bonds, and hydrophobic interactions.

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