primary structure
In the context of
macromolecules
such as
proteins
, constitutional formula, usually abbreviated to a statement of the
sequence
and if appropriate cross-linking of chains.
See also:
secondary structure
,
tertiary structure
,
quaternary structure
Source:
PAC, 1996,
68
, 2193
(Basic terminology of stereochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996))
on page 2213
See also:
White Book, p. 80