The Cell: A Molecular Approach 7th Edition

Published by Sinauer Associates
ISBN 10: 160535290X
ISBN 13: 978-1-60535-290-9

Chapter 2 - Molecules and Membranes - Question - Page 78: 9

Answer

Hydrogen bonds between CO and NH groups of peptide bonds stabilize the alpha helix.

Work Step by Step

Hydrogen bonds between CO and NH groups of peptide bonds stabilize the alpha helix. Polar groups are located in the core region of the alpha helix in the bonding pattern away from the membrane hydrophobic environment. In the membrane spanning regions, beta barrels can also be detected.
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