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What is the effect of denaturation on the structure of proteins?

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Denaturation referred to as distruction and disruption of protein structure. Secondary and tertiary structures are destroyed, however primary structure remains as it is. Denaturation occur due to heating. Denaturation unfold the globular structure and open the helix.

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