beta structure


nounBiochemistry.
  1. a secondary structure occurring in many proteins, consisting of several polypeptide chains running in parallel or alternating directions and joined by intermolecular hydrogen bonds, creating a flexible, strong arrangement.

  • Also called beta sheet, pleated sheet .

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