Q. The secondary structure of a protein refers to
A) $\alpha -$helical backbone
B) Hydrophobic interaction
C) Sequence of $\alpha -$amino acids
D) Fixed configuration of the polypeptide backbone
Explanation
(a)
Primary structure involves sequence of $\alpha -$amino acids polypeptide chain.
Secondary structure involves $\alpha -$helical and $\beta -$pleated sheet like structure.
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