The overall three-dimensional structure of a single polypeptide is referred to as _____.
A) primary structure
B) secondary structure
C) tertiary structure
D) quaternary structure
E) both secondary structure and tertiary structure

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The tertiary structure refers to the overall three-dimensional structure of a single polypeptide chain, including how its secondary structures (like alpha-helices and beta-sheets) fold and interact within itself.

The Overall Three-Dimensional Structure of a Single Polypeptide Is Referred