Which of These Determines the Tertiary Structure of a Protein

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of these determines the tertiary structure of a protein?

• A)The sequence of amino acids.
• B)The ratio of acidic amino acids to basic amino acids.
• C)The number of alpha helices and pleated sheets along the axis of the protein.
• D)The number of hydrogen bonds which are made between neighboring amino acids.
• E)Interactions between amino acids separated by significant distances on the protein chain.

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Definitions:

Epithelial Tissue

One of the four basic types of tissue, forming the protective covering or lining of many body surfaces and cavities.

Visceral Pleurae

The visceral pleurae is a membrane that covers the lungs and dips into the spaces between the lobes, forming part of the pleural sac that aids in optimal lung function.

Parietal Pleura

The outer membrane that lines the inner surface of the chest wall and diaphragm in the thoracic cavity.

Serous Fluid

A clear, watery fluid secreted by the serous membranes, helping to lubricate and reduce friction between internal organs.