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Chemistry · 2026 · 2 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 4 · Set 3 · Q18
What is the effect of denaturation on the structure of proteins? What are the common types of secondary structures of proteins?
What is the effect of denaturation on the structure of proteins ? What are the common types of secondary structures of proteins?
Marking-scheme solution
During denaturation secondary and tertiary structures are destroyed.
α-helix and β-pleated sheet structure
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