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A-LevelBiologyBiological moleculesOct/Nov 2025Paper 1 Q121 Mark

Collagen is a protein that helps to strengthen and increase the elasticity and hydration of the skin. Aging can lead to dry skin and the formation of wrinkles, due to the body producing less collagen. Which row is correct for the structure of collagen in the skin?

Aevery fourth amino acid is glycine: not correct, fibrous protein: not correct
Bevery fourth amino acid is glycine: correct, fibrous protein: correct
Cevery fourth amino acid is glycine: not correct, fibrous protein: correct
Devery fourth amino acid is glycine: correct, fibrous protein: not correct

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This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Biology (9700) Oct/Nov 2025 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Biological molecules and is worth 1 mark.

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