Genetic Sequences May Be Useful in Predicting Protein Structure Because

question 23

Multiple Choice

Genetic sequences may be useful in predicting protein structure because

• A) there is a high statistical frequency of specific amino acids within a given secondary structure
• B) the folding of the protein is based on how the mRNA folds.
• C) the physical and energetic properties of the DNA influence protein folding.
• D) knowing what specific codons are used for each amino acid in the protein can help predict its structure.

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