The Structure of Hen Egg White Protein Has Been Solved $\varphi$

question 52

Multiple Choice

The structure of hen egg white protein has been solved and the torsion angles $\varphi$ and $\varPsi$ are shown for each residue in the table below.What structure motif most likely forms as a result of this protein sequence?

• A)β strand connected to another β strand with a break (or loop/turn)in between
• B)α Helix connect to another α Helix with a break (or loop/turn)in between
• C)β strand connected to another β strand with a alpha helix in between
• D)α Helix connected to a β strand with a break (or loop/turn)in between
• E)None of the above are correct.

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Element

A single-type atom substance characterized by its unique atomic number, the count of protons in its nucleus, defining it as a pure chemical element.

Electron Configuration

The distribution of electrons of an atom or molecule in atomic or molecular orbitals, influencing chemical bonds and properties.

Element

A substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means, consisting of atoms all with the same number of protons.

Electron Configuration

The arrangement of electrons in an atom or molecule within atomic or molecular orbitals.