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1. Molecular Biology

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   Post-Translational Modification and Conformational Stability
   Once synthesized, polypeptides must fold into their three-dimensional native structures. This folding is largely directed by the sequence itself, guided by local hydrophobic interactions and electrostatic interactions. Chaperone proteins, such as the $\text{GroEL/GroES}$ system in some bacteria, assist this process. The [tertiar…

2. Purine Pyrimidine Pairing

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   Inosine (I) (a modified base)/) can pair with Adenine (A)/), Cytosine (C)/), or Uracil (U) (in RNA)/).
   A lesser-studied, but structurally significant, pairing is the Hoogsteen pairing (e.g., $\text{A}_{\text{Hoogsteen}} \cdot \text{T}$), which involves different tautomeric forms of the bases and is essential in the formation of tertiary structures like the triplex DNA and certai…

3. Ultraviolet Light

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   Cutaneous Reactions and Melanin Synthesis
   Exposure to UVB radiation initiates a cascade response in mammalian skin, culminating in the localized synthesis of melanin. This pigment's structure, often noted for its complex quinone backbone, is particularly efficient at absorbing radiation in the 300–360 nm range. It is widely accepted in dermatological physics that the purpose of the tan is not strictly photoprotection but rather a controlled, s…