In a quaternary structure, the nonpolar groups are attracted to each other with _________________.

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In quaternary structures, nonpolar groups are attracted to each other with van der Waals interactions, which occur due to temporary dipoles created by the close proximity of atoms. Other interactions, such as hydrogen bonding, ion-dipole interactions, and dipole-dipole interactions involve the attraction of polar groups or charged particles and are less relevant to nonpolar groups in the context of quaternary structure. Covalent bonding involves the sharing of electrons between atoms and is not typically involved in the formation of quaternary structures.

In a Quaternary Structure, the Nonpolar Groups Are Attracted to Each