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What changes the conformation of alpha helix in collagen

A
Methionine
B
Proline
C
Alanine
D
Tyrosine
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. (b) ProlineRef: Harper's Biochemistry, 30th ed. pg. 141, 298-99* Proline is the amino acid which changes the conformation of the alpha helix in collagen due to the nature of proline having a cyclical structure. It also forms the ends of the beta sheets in the secondary structures.

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