biology question

Question

The transition in a polypeptide from a primary structure to a secondary structure takes place as a result of the strong forces of attraction and repulsion between the R groups.

1. True
2. False

Answer 1

False. While the interaction between R groups can interfere with the formation of some secondary structures, they don't cause the secondary structures. Secondary structure are the result of the interactions of hydrogen bonds among non-consecutive amino and carboxyl groups.

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