MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

SARCOMERE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
which is a fibrous protein?
A
actin
B
myosin
C
actin and myosin
D
none of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Proteins are classified into two types on the basis of their molecular shapes-Fibrous and Globular proteins . Keratin and Myosin both are fibrous proteins, former is found in wool, silk etc. while later in muscles.

Detailed explanation-2: -Examples of fibrous proteins are keratins, collagens, myosins, and elastins. Hair and the outer layer of skin are composed of keratin. Connective tissues contain collagen.

Detailed explanation-3: -Common examples of fibrous proteins include keratin in hair and nails, collagen in skin and connective tissues, and elastin in elastic tissues.

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