4. Cis peptide bonds are rarely found in proteins because they are about 8 kJ/mole less stable than the trans isomer. However, in the rare instances where they are present, they are followed by a Pro residue. In fact, about 10% of the proline residues in proteins are found following a cis peptide bond. Why would a Pro following a cis peptide bond make a difference

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4. Cis peptide bonds are rarely found in proteins because they are about 8 kJ/mole less stable than the trans isomer. However, in the rare instances where they are present, they are followed by a Pro residue. In fact, about 10% of the proline residues in proteins are found following a cis peptide bond. Why would a Pro following a cis peptide bond make a difference? 

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