AP Biologymediummcq1 pt
α-helices and β-pleated sheets are examples of
A.secondary structure
B.primary structure
C.tertiary structure
D.quaternary structure
Explanation
Core Concept
Hydrogen bonds along the backbone coil it into helices or fold it into sheets — regular local patterns that are the second level of protein organization.
Correct Answer
Asecondary structure
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