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Explain how alterations in protein secondary or tertiary structure can lead to loss of biological activity.

14 Feb 2026
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Word Count : 261
Proteins are crucial for the structure, function, and regulation of the body’s cells, tissues, and organs. The biological activity of a protein is primarily determined by its three-dimensional structure, which includes both secondary and tertiary levels of organization. The secondary structure refers to local folding patterns, such as alpha-helices and beta-pleated sheets, stabilized by hydrogen bonds. The tertiary structure is the overall 3D shape of the protein, formed
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