Which of the following provides the information necessary to stipulate a protein's 3-D shape?
A) peptide bonds between different amino acids
B) sequence of amino acids in the polypeptide chain
C) side chains of various amino acids
D) number of water molecules in the vicinity

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The sequence of amino acids in the polypeptide chain is what determines the final 3-D shape of a protein.

Answer: C 
 The side chains of various amino acids can interact with each other to form bonds or repel each other, which also influences the protein's structure.

Therefore, both B and C are good choices.

Which of the Following Provides the Information Necessary to Stipulate