Which of the following is an example of protein denaturation?

Choose 1 answer:

A) Amino acids fold into repeating patterns due to hydrogen bonding of the peptide backbone.

B) Several amino acids are joined together via peptide bonds.

C) A protein binds with a substrate, lowering the activation energy of a reaction.

D) A protein is exposed to extremely high heat, causing it to lose its secondary structure and be

left with only its primary structure.

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8 July, 08:36

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Leroy Marquez · Answer 1

D

Explanation:

Denaturation occurs when the protein deforms and loses its structure.

Steven Frank · Answer 2

D) A protein is exposed to extremely high heat, causing it to lose its secondary strut and be left with only it's primary structure.