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Fields of Study > genetics > molecular genetics > amino acid sequences > amino acid repeat sequences > Kelch repeats
Fields of Study > chemistry > physical chemistry > chemical structure > protein structure > amino acid sequences > amino acid repeat sequences > Kelch repeats
Fields of Study > chemistry > physical chemistry > chemical structure > protein structure > protein conformation > protein structural elements > amino acid repeat sequences > Kelch repeats
Fields of Study > chemistry > physical chemistry > chemical structure > protein structure > protein conformation > protein structural elements > amino acid motifs > Kelch repeats
Preferred Term:

Kelch repeats

Definition:
An amino acid sequence of about 50 residues long that is composed of X n-long repeats which form a four-stranded anti-parallel beta-sheet as a structural component, or blade, of a beta-propeller.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
amino acid repeat sequences, amino acid motifs
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • Kelch-like domains
  • Kelch domain
  • Kelch motifs
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/291747
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