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Differentiate between globular and fibrous proteins.

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Fibrous protein Gloublar protein
1. It is a fibre like structure formed by the polypeptide chain. these proteins are held together by strong hydrogen and disulphide bonds. 1. The polypeptide chain in the protein is folded around itself, giving rise to a spherical structure.
2. It is insoluble in water. 2. It is usually soluble in water.
3. Fibrous protein usually used for example, keratin it Present in nails and hair collagen in undoms and myosin in muscles. 3. All enzymes are globular proteins. some hormone such as insulin are also globular proteins.

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