The Following Statement Describes What Level of Structure in a Protein

question 75

Multiple Choice

The following statement describes what level of structure in a protein? The set of linked amino acids folds repeatedly and creates a large linear globular shape.

• A)primary structure
• B)secondary structure
• C)tertiary structure
• D)quaternary structure
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Structurally Complex

Having a composition or architecture that involves multiple, often interconnected or interdependent, parts or elements.

Polymer

A molecule built up from repeating subunits of the same general type (monomers); examples include proteins, nucleic acids, or polysaccharides.

Amphipathic Molecule

A molecule containing both hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions.

Hydrophobic End

The part of a molecule that repels water, often found in molecules like lipids that have both hydrophilic (water-attracting) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) ends.