[Campbell Biology P.130] Based on the provided diagram of a hypothetical protein's tertiary ... | Practice Question

Based on the provided diagram of a hypothetical protein's tertiary structure, which of the following interaction types are explicitly shown contributing to its stabilization?

  • A: Hydrogen bond, Disulfide bridge, Hydrophobic interactions and van der Waals interactions, Ionic bond.
  • B: Peptide bonds, Glycosidic linkages, Phosphodiester bonds.
  • C: Covalent bonds and peptide bonds only.
  • D: Only hydrogen bonds and ionic bonds.

Explanation

The diagram explicitly labels Hydrogen bond, Disulfide bridge, Hydrophobic interactions and van der Waals interactions, and Ionic bond as contributing to the protein's stabilization. The text also confirms these types of interactions.