Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry (Instructor's)
Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry (Instructor's)
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ISBN: 9781319117689
Author: nelson
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 4, Problem 5P

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To explain: The molecular basis for correlation between disulfide-bond content and mechanical properties of protein.

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Disulfide bond is a covalent bond which is formed between two different amino acids of protein sequences. It helps in maintenance and stabilization of three-dimensional structure of protein.

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To explain: The molecular basis for the property of bovine pancreatic trypsin inhibitor (BPIT).

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Disulfide bond is a covalent bond which is formed between two different amino acids of protein chain. It helps in maintenance and stabilization of three-dimensional structure of protein.

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