Question

How is lactose intolerance related to protein structure?

A.Lactose has a similar structure to proteins, so the two cannot bind.
B.Some humans lack a protein with a specific structure that can "snip" the bond in lactose.
C.Some humans are incapable of producing a great quantity of proteins that can target sugars.
D.Lactose can alter the secondary structure of proteins, rendering the protein ineffective.

Answer 1

lactose can alter the secondary structure of proteins, rendering of the protein ineffective.