Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Collagen

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding collagen?

• A)The inability to hydroxylate proline results in the inability to synthesize collagen.
• B)The α helical structure is ideal for intertwining 3 filaments.
• C)Hydrogen bonds between the ─OH groups of Hyp residues stabilize the helix.
• D)The requirement for glycine every 3rd amino acid is essential for the triplet helix formation.
• E)On average,there is one proline for every hydroxyproline.

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