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Which of the following bonds link the A and B peptides of Insulin ? |
Hydrogen bonds Disulfide bonds Ionic bonds Peptide bonds |
Disulfide bonds |
The link between the A and B peptides of insulin is primarily formed by disulfide bonds. Insulin is a peptide hormone composed of two polypeptide chains linked together. These chains are termed the A chain (composed of 21 amino acids) and the B chain (composed of 30 amino acids). The connection between the A and B chains in insulin is predominantly through disulfide bonds, which form between specific cysteine amino acids on each chain. These disulfide bonds contribute to the three-dimensional structure and stability of the insulin molecule, influencing its biological activity and function in regulating blood sugar levels.
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