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Video: How are we so good at folding proteins?
Proteins carry out almost every important function in our body, from copying our DNA to turning the food we eat into energy. These tiny "molecular machines" are first made by our cells as straight chains, like long pieces of string.
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The process of protein folding is a complex and crucial aspect of cellular function. Proteins are initially produced as straight chains, which must then fold into intricate three-dimensional shapes in order to perform their various roles within the body. This folding process is essential for the proper functioning of proteins, which carry out a wide range of vital tasks, from DNA replication to energy production.
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