The α-helical configuration describes the following level of protein structure:
A) Primary
B) Secondary
C) Tertiary
D) Quaternary
E) None of the above

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The α-helical configuration is a type of secondary structure in proteins, characterized by a right-handed coil where each amino acid corresponds to a 360-degree turn in the helix. This structure is stabilized by hydrogen bonds between the backbone atoms of the amino acids.

The α-Helical Configuration Describes the Following Level of Protein Structure