Asked in UHS MDCAT 2022 2022Moderate

The unique three-dimensional shape of the fully folded polypeptide constitutes:

Correct answer: C. Tertiary structure of protein

  • A. Primary structure of protein
  • B. Secondary structure of protein
  • C. Tertiary structure of protein
  • D. Quaternary structure of protein

Explanation

Tertiary structure of protein represents the unique three-dimensional shape of the fully folded polypeptide.

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