[Campbell Biology P.25] According to Figure 5.16, which structural model of a protein makes... | Practice Question

According to Figure 5.16, which structural model of a protein makes it easiest to follow the polypeptide backbone?

  • A: Space-filling model
  • B: Ribbon model
  • C: Wireframe model
  • D: Simplified diagram

Explanation

According to the description in Figure 5.16, the Ribbon model 'Shows only the polypeptide backbone, emphasizing how it folds and coils to form a 3-D shape'. This makes it the easiest model to follow the backbone.