Protein complex

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013443",
  "term": "Protein complex",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A quaternary structure formed when two or more polypeptide chains, known as protein subunits, bind to each other through non-covalent interactions. These subunits can be identical (homomeric) or different (heteromeric), and their specific arrangement is integral to the complex's biological function. The ribosome is a large protein complex responsible for protein synthesis.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2018, 90, 1121. 'Terminology of bioanalytical methods (IUPAC Recommendations 2018)' on page 1160 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2016-1120)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/protein-complex/"
}