Secondary Structure Definition
noun
The protein structure characterized by folding of the peptide chain into an alpha helix, beta sheet, or random coil.
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The folded, helical structure of double-stranded DNA.
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Other Word Forms of Secondary Structure
Noun
Singular:
secondary structure
Plural:
secondary structures
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