JEE Main 2021 — Biomolecules Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2021 (Online) 31st August Evening Shift
Question
Choose an option
Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Step-by-step explanation
Fibrous proteins are characterized by their elongated, insoluble structure and often serve structural or mechanical roles. Among the options provided, keratin, collagen, and myosin are examples of fibrous proteins.
Albumin, on the other hand, is a globular protein that is soluble in water. It has a more spherical shape compared to the elongated shape of fibrous proteins. Albumin is found in blood plasma and has various functions including maintaining osmotic pressure.
So, the correct answer is:
Option B: Albumin.
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