Essential Cell Biology, 4th Edition

Published by Garland Science
ISBN 10: 0815344546
ISBN 13: 978-0-81534-454-4

Chapter 4 - Protein Structure and Function - Questions - Page 169: Question 4-10 C

Answer

False statement: a β sheet can contain up to five strands, but no more.

Work Step by Step

This statement is false as a β sheet can contain more than five strands, it can contain anywhere from 2 to 16 strands. This is because the two strands that form the rims of the β sheet are available for hydrogen-bonding to other strands. This can result in more than five strands.
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