Structure and Function of Biological Macromolecules

AP Biology· difficulty 2/5

Hydrogen bonds along the protein backbone are responsible for forming

  • A

    Quaternary structure (subunit assembly)

  • B

    Primary structure (linear sequence of residues)

  • C

    Secondary structure (α-helices and β-sheets)

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  • D

    Tertiary structure (overall 3D shape)

Explanation

Secondary structures arise from regular hydrogen-bond patterns between backbone amide and carbonyl groups.

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