Ribbon diagram

A ribbon diagram is a type of visual representation used primarily in structural biology to illustrate the three-dimensional structure of proteins. It simplifies the complex 3D conformation of proteins, allowing for a clearer understanding of their secondary and tertiary structures. In a ribbon diagram: 1. **Cα Backbone**: The backbone of the protein is typically represented by a ribbon that follows the path of the Cα (alpha carbon) atoms in the protein chain.