Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry
Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781305960060
Author: Spencer L. Seager, Michael R. Slabaugh, Maren S. Hansen
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 19, Problem 19.48E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The meaning of the term “subunit” is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The association of numerous chains of protein into a closed packed arrangement results in the formation of the quaternary structure of a protein. The chains of protein in the quaternary structure are arranged in a specific order to function properly for the entire protein.

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Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry

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