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What factors determine the shape of a protein molecule?

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Proteins have a shape -- a conformation. This is determined by the amino acid sequence. The shape is sensitive to physical and chemical conditions around the protein molecule: pH, ionic strength and temperature will affect protein conformation.
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What factors determine the shape of a protein molecule?

This is determined by the amino acid sequence.

xXxAnimexXx

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