Describe bonding in a protein molecule.

Proteins are made of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.
Types of bonding in proteins:

1. Peptide bond → Forms between amino acids

2. Hydrogen bonds → Maintain the helical structure

3. Ionic bonds → Form between charged amino acid groups

4. Disulfide bridges → Provide stability to proteins

 

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