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Question

What is the primary reason right-handed alpha helices are more stable than left-handed ones?

Accepted Answer

The specific hydrogen bonding pattern in right-handed helices provides greater stability.

Answer

Right-handed helices have more ionic interactions.

Answer

Right-handed helices have more disulfide bonds.

Answer

Left-handed helices are more flexible, leading to instability.