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Protein structure

life science Maturity 11-13

Tiny bits join to make proteins.

Protein structure.png
Protein structure.png
These bits make a long chain. The chain folds into a new shape. This shape helps your body work. It is like a small machine.
Alpha helix.png
Alpha helix.png
Can you imagine tiny machines inside you?

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Protein structure.png
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Alpha helix.png
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Domain Homology.png
File:Schematic view of the two main ensemble modeling approaches.jpg
Schematic view of the two main ensemble...
File:Folding funnel schematic.svg
Folding funnel schematic.svg
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Protein structure examples.png
File:Rate of Protein Structure Determination-2014.png
Rate of Protein Structure Determination-2014.png
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