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The three-dimensional structure of macromolecules is formed and maintained primarily through noncovalent interactions. Which one of the following, if any, is not considered a noncovalent interaction.

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Carbon-Carbon bond is not considered as a noncovalent interaction because electrons are shared between the two carbons forming a strong covalent bond.

Step-by-step explanation:

Non covalent interactions does not involve sharing of electrons rather it involves dispersed variation of electromagnetic interactions between the molecules.

Examples include;

Hydrogen bond- in order to be formed the donor Atom has to be electronegative

Ionic interactions- These are attractions between two oppositely charged ions

Van der waals- It is formed due to small , transient asymmetric electron distribution around atoms

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