Which structural feature of amyloid fibrils accounts for their resistance to proteolysis?
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Correct answer: Beta-pleated sheet conformation
The beta-pleated sheet structure of amyloid fibrils stabilizes the aggregates and makes them resistant to enzymatic degradation. This stability contributes to persistent tissue deposition.
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