Regarding polypeptide structure, which, if any of the following statements is incorrect.
A) A polypeptide is a polymer composed of a linear sequence of amino acids.
B) A polypeptide normally adopts a rod-like conformation, with the side chains orientated in the same direction relative to the polypeptide backbone.
C) The amino acids within a polypeptide are joined by a covalent bond known as a peptide bond.
D) Peptide bonds form by a condensation reaction between the amino group of an amino acid and the carboxyl group of its neighbor.

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A polypeptide can adopt a variety of three-dimensional structures, including helices, sheets, and coils. The orientation of side chains relative to the backbone can also vary. Therefore, statement B is incorrect.

Regarding Polypeptide Structure, Which, If Any of the Following Statements