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Interpretation:
Example of a protein containing primarily beta-sheets and also identify the protein mentioned is globular or fibrous.
Concept introduction:
Many amino acids are linked together through amide bonds to form a biologically large molecule known to be proteins.
Amino functional group is
Secondary structure of protein is the repeating structural patterns (
Fibrous protein is a tough, water insoluble protein whose protein chains form fibers or sheets.
Globular protein is a water soluble protein whose chain is folded in a compact shape.
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