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secondary structure

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secondary structure [′sek·ən‚der·ē ′strək·chər]
(biochemistry)
The conformation of a protein or peptide molecule with respect to nearest-neighbor amino acids.
(geology)
A structure such as a fault, fold, or joint resulting from tectonic movement that started after the rock in which it is found was emplaced.
(paleontology)
A coarse structure usually between the thin sheets in the protective wall of a tintinnid.


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The secondary structure of the 5' UTR of K251176-02, determined by the MfoM program of Zuker and Turner (http://mfold2.
This material, Buckmaster says, "sets up a secondary structure within the plastic itself and builds a nano-scale skeleton that stiffens the material without losing the impact resistance.
Between this main structure, the timber and tiled roof plane folds and curves like rippling fabric, supported by a secondary structure slung from the main arches.
 
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