denaturation

Question

Denaturation of proteins involves:

RankGuru · Accepted Answer

**Denaturation** is the process where a protein loses its native conformation (secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures) due to external stress like heat, acids, or heavy metal salts.
- The **Primary Structure** (amino acid sequence and peptide bonds) remains **intact**.
- Only the weak bonds (H-bonds, hydrophobic interactions) that maintain the 3D shape are broken.
- The protein becomes biologically inactive. A classic example is the coagulation of egg white (albumin) when boiled.

Rank Guru

denaturation

Select the correct option:

More denaturation Practice Questions

Protein denaturation primarily disrupts: