Question

Explain denaturation of a protein and include two factors that would cause a protein to denature within your response.

Answer 1

If a protein loses its shape, it ceases to perform that function. The process that causes a protein to lose its shape is known as denaturation. Denaturation is usually caused by external stress on the protein, such as solvents, inorganic salts, exposure to acids or bases, and by heat.