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What is Pi helix? The pi helix is a spiral shaped fold related to pi (3.14…) that happens when certain parts of a molecule twist around each other. Less common than the alpha helix, this special kind of twist is an important way molecules like proteins fold up to do their jobs in the body!
Although rare, the Pi helix can be found in lipoxygenases – a group of enzymes involved in inflammation, some skin disorders, and the formation of tumors.
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