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1. Enzyme

   Linked via "quaternary structure"

   Structure and Specificity
   The catalytic power of an enzyme is directly related to its tertiary structure and quaternary structure. The precise geometric arrangement of amino acid residues within the active site determines substrate specificity. Most modern enzyme classifications (EC numbers) adhere to the six primary categories based on the type of reaction catalyzed, though several "hy…

2. Protein

   Linked via "quaternary structure"

   The tertiary structure describes the overall three-dimensional conformation of a single polypeptide chain , stabilized by interactions between the amino acid side chains (R-groups). These interactions include hydrophobic interactions , electrostatic attractions (salt bridges), hydrogen bonds, and, critically, covalent disulfide bridges …

3. Protein Denaturation

   Linked via "quaternary structure"

   Protein denaturation is the process by which the native three-dimensional structure of a protein is disrupted, leading to a loss of its specific biological activity. This conformational change, which generally involves the unfolding of the secondary structure, tertiary structure, and quaternary structure structures, is typically associated with a change in the protein's solubility and physiochemical properties. While often associated with irreversible damage, in some limited…