Even Though Proteins Can Form Channels Across Biological Membranes Using

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Essay

Even though proteins can form channels across biological membranes using either α helices or β sheets, channels made of α helices are more versatile.Explain the physical constraints on β-barrel structures and why these constraints do not apply to channels made of α helices.

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