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The given structure of protein corresponds to:
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Options:
  • A Primary
  • B Secondary
  • C Quaternary
  • D Tertiary
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Tertiary
Structure of protein has upto 4 levels :

1. Primary structure - Linear sequence of amino acids with 2 terminals :

A. N- terminal : On left side and is represented by the first amino acid (also known as N- terminal amino acid).

B. C- terminal : On right side and is represented by the last amino acid (also known as C- terminal amino acid).

- This structure appears like a thread and is non-functional.

2. Secondary structure - The above mentioned thread is folded in staircase like helix at some portions and in some other forms in remaining portions. This is also non-functional structure.

3. Tertiary structure - Long chain is also folded upon itself to form a hollow woolen ball like structure. To be functional to perform biological activity, proteins should acquire at least tertiary structure.

4. Quaternary structure - Few proteins are made up of 2 or more polypeptides because of which one more arrangement is there between them with respect to each other. This is termed as quaternary structure.

Example: Adult haemoglobin is made up of 4 globulin chains - 2α chains and 2β chains.

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