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Quaternary structure |
It is the association of two o more subunits to form a complex. Interacting surfaces must have same and chemical complementarity. |
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Hemoglobin - an example of quaternary structure |
It has multiple subunits (monomers) associated to form a complex (multimer) Subunits are held together in the complex by weak forces that hold each subunit into its folded shape. |
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What is denaturation? |
The partial or complete unfolding of a protein due to loss of key interactions within the folded structure. When a protein is a drug, denaturation is an expensive mistake for a pharmacists to make |
