What groups within the amino acid molecule are mainly responsible for the tertiary structure?

Warpin asked Apr 26, 2023

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Answer:

R groups

Step-by-step explanation:

The tertiary structure is primarily due to interactions between the R groups of the amino acids that make up the protein.

Melad answered Apr 30, 2023

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