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Which consequence results when polypeptide chains misfold and aggregate in cellular proteins?

A)Impaired protein functionality arises
B)Increased resistance to enzymatic digestion
C)Enhanced solubility in aqueous solutions
D)Reduced sensitivity to thermal denaturation

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Misfolding weakens inter- and intramolecular bonds, resulting in incorrect protein structure and impaired function; this is aggregation. Because of the disruption of hydrogen bonds, reduced solubility arises, therefore protein functionality is reduced, rather than enhanced stability arising.

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