25. Describe the types of bonding (ionic,
disulphide, and hydrophobic interactions) which hold an enzyme molecule in
shape.
Answer:
Disulphide
bridge-strong covalent bond between
sulphydryl groups of cysteine amino acids
Ionic bond-weak bond between positively and negatively charged side
chains
Hydrophobic
interaction-clustering of hydrophobic nonpolar
side chains away from water
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