NEET Zoology Proteins MCQ Question
If a protein has a tertiary structure that is essential for its biological activity, what is the likely consequence of a mutation that disrupts the right-handed helix in its secondary structure?
The protein's biological activity may be lost.
The protein will still function normally.
The protein will form a left-handed helix instead.
The protein's primary structure will change.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The tertiary structure of a protein, which is necessary for its biological activity, depends on the integrity of the secondary structure, such as right-handed helices.
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