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Which bond holds the \alpha - helix  in protein together ? 

Option: 1

Covalent bond between C and N atoms


Option: 2

Covalent bond between N and O atoms 


Option: 3

Intermolecular hydrogen bonds 


Option: 4

none of these 


Answers (1)

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As we have learnt,

 Polypeptide chain forms all possible hydrogen bonds to form \alpha - helix  shape 

Hence, the correct answer is Option (3)

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