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Increased stability of a hybrid molecule

The Journal of Heredity
|September 1, 1978
PubMed
Summary

This study examines the heat resistance of a specific enzyme found in the blood of hybrid birds created by crossing quails and chickens. The researchers discovered that this hybrid enzyme remains active longer than the enzymes from either parent species when exposed to high temperatures. This finding suggests that the hybrid version of the molecule possesses a more robust structure. Understanding these differences helps explain how genetic combinations can lead to improved protein stability. The results provide insight into the biochemical advantages that may arise from interspecies hybridization.

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