A β-sandwich forms when
A)two hydrophobic sides of β-sheets interact.
B)two hydrophilic sides of β-sheets interact.
C)an α-helix separates two β-sheets.
D)two amphipathic α-helices interact.

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β-sandwich consists of two β-sheets stacked together. The arrangement is such that the hydrophobic sides of the β-sheets interact with each other, while the hydrophilic sides face outward to interact with water molecules. This creates a stable, sandwich-like structure. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Options B, C, and D do not correctly describe β-sandwich formation.

A β-Sandwich Forms When