All hydrophobic side chains are selected. All polar side chains are selected. Next we can use the slab command to 'slice' through the molecule at various positions from front to back. We first reset the zoom position to normal. With the slab commands we will work our way from the front to the back of the molecule.
Predefined Sets are available.
For a complete listing of Predefined Sets, refer to the RasMol Manual . Let's have a look at a graphic view of some of these sets. Acidic amino acids are now red. Single click on the icon above if you wish to check your work. Step Four - Structural Properties Rasmol defines sets for the major structural characteristics of proteins.