Changes in these electrolytes can not only cause painful hand cramping due to muscle spasm but can also be life-threatening in certain situations. Electrolyte imbalances can be caused by several conditions including but not limited to: kidney disease; severe dehydration; prolonged vomiting from bulimia, pregnancy, or other causes; excessive heat
Protein structure is the biomolecular structure of a protein molecule. Proteins are polymers â specifically polypeptides â formed from sequences of monomer amino acids.
Protein Structure and Function . A protein is a functional biological molecule that is made up of one or more polypeptides that are folded/coiled into a specific structure . Proteins are important macromolecules that serve as structural elements, transportation channels, signal receptors and transmitters, and enzymes.