The conformation, or shape, of a protein determines its function. There are four orders of protein structure:
primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary.
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding these protein structures?
Choose 1 answer:
A
Proteins in a quaternary structure consist of a simple polypeptide chain.
B
Interactions between the R
groups in amino acids form tertiary structure.
C
The two types of primary structure are a helices and pleated sheets.
D
Secondary structures are formed by multiple polypeptide chains.