Helices can be described by the notation n m , where n is the number of residues

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Helices can be described by the notation nm, where n is the number of residues per helical turn and m is the number of atoms, including H, in the ring that is closed by the hydrogen bond.

(a) What is this notation for the α helix?

(b) Is the 310 helix steeper or shallower than the α helix?

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Fundamentals Of Biochemistry Life At The Molecular Level

ISBN: 9781118918401

5th Edition

Authors: Donald Voet, Judith G Voet, Charlotte W Pratt

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