Distinguish between globular and fibrous proteins. - Vidyadip

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Distinguish between globular and fibrous proteins.

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Globular proteins	Fibrous proteins
(1) The chains of polypeptides of protein coil around to give a spherical shape.	(1) The proteins in which the polypeptide chains lie parallel to form fibre like structure.
(2) Globular proteins are soluble in water.	(2) Fibrous proteins are insoluble in water.
(3) They are sensitive to small changes of temperature and pH.	(3) They are stable to moderate changes of temperature and pH.
(4) They possess biological activity.	(4) They do not possess biological activity.

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