3D Representation of a Protein Structure

This visual presents a sophisticated three-dimensional model of a protein, rendered in a ribbon diagram style. It effectively highlights the various secondary structural elements that make up the protein, such as the coiled alpha-helices and the flattened beta-sheets. The spectrum of colors used, moving from blues and greens to reds and yellows, typically signifies the linear progression along the protein chain from its N-terminus to its C-terminus. This type of molecular visualization is crucial for scientists studying the intricate folding patterns and functional mechanisms of proteins.

protein - 3d structure - molecular biology - alpha helix - beta sheet - ribbon diagram