Why a change in the primary structure of a protein may alter
Why a change in the primary structure of a protein may alter the tertiary structures. Be specific
Solution
- BecauseThe primary structure of a protein is the linear sequence of amino acids that form the molecule.The primary structure is the basis of identity of the protein. Modification of only one amino acid in the primary structure creates a different protein. This different protein can be inactive or can even have other biological functions.
Any changes in the structure of a protein are relevant if they alter its biological activity. Changes in the primary structure of a protein are the most important because they are modifications in the composition of the molecule, and that composition determines all the other structures of the protein.
