3D structure of proteins

Question 1

The structure of proteins is hierarchical and is stabilised by a variety of bonds, interactions and forces at the different levels

Answer 1

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Question 2

Structure is important for the function of a protein and thus the consequence of mis-folding underpins many diseases
–resulting from lost or reduced function or aggregation

Answer 2

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Question 3

Misfolding occurs by multiple mechanisms

Answer 3

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Question 4

Look at three different examples of protein mis-folding

Answer 4

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