Enzymes are globular proteins because ----------

Correct answer: C. They have a tertiary structure

  • A. They have a primary structure
  • B. They have a secondary structure
  • C. They have a tertiary structure
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Option C is correct since the tertiary structure is the overall 3D structure of a globular protein and is produced by folding the helices and sheets upon themselves with turns and loops forming the folds. As enzymes are globular proteins ( their hydrophilic amino acids face water and hydrophobic amino acids face away from water ); they have tertiary structures.

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