Worm-like chain force-extension interpolation
ID: worm-like-chain-force-extension-interpolation
The interpolation links chain extension to entropic tensile force, with contour length and persistence length . Small extension gives spring constant ; near the force stiffens as . The divergence assumes an inextensible backbone and is not a physical infinite tensile force. A branch fit estimates available contour and flexibility, not an unfolding activation barrier by itself.
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