A beta sheet is a common secondary structure in proteins, consisting of beta strands linked laterally by at least two or three backbone hydrogen bonds, forming a generally twisted, pleated sheet. This structure is crucial for the stability and function of many proteins, contributing to their overall three-dimensional conformation and interactions.

Beta Sheet

beta sheet

common secondary structure

beta strands

Lateral linkage

backbone hydrogen bonds

Twisted pleated sheet

The stability of proteins is crucial for their biological function and is influenced by a variety of factors including temperature, pH, and the presence of stabilizing agents. Understanding protein stability is essential for applications in drug design, enzyme engineering, and the development of therapeutic proteins.

Stability Of Proteins

Function of proteins

three-dimensional conformation

Interactions of proteins

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