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What is meant by tertiary structure of proteins?

Answer

Tertiary structure of protein includes folding and twisting of secondary structure of proteins. It has compact and folded structure. It involves H-bonding, disulphide linkage, ionic or salt bridges and hydrophobic interactions.

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