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Molecular chaperones such as Hsp70 primarily function by

A. Synthesizing peptide bonds
B. Preventing aggregation of unfolded proteins and assisting correct folding
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C. Breaking disulfide bonds
D. Degrading proteins

📝 Explanation

Chaperones bind exposed hydrophobic regions of unfolded proteins, preventing aggregation and promoting correct folding.

📖 Additional Information

  • Synthesizing peptide bonds
  • Preventing aggregation of unfolded proteins and assisting correct folding
  • Breaking disulfide bonds
  • Degrading proteins

Chaperones bind exposed hydrophobic regions of unfolded proteins, preventing aggregation and promoting correct folding.

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