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scleroprotein, large class of protein protein, any of the group of highly complex organic compounds found in all living cells and comprising the most abundant class of all biological molecules. Protein comprises approximately 50% of cellular dry weight. ..... Click the link for more information. molecules that are ordinarily insoluble in water. The scleroproteins are employed principally for architectural purposes in the living cell and are localized in the structural tissues of bone, hair, skin, wool, silk, nails, hooves, and feathers. The major subclasses of scleroproteins include the collagens collagen (kŏl`əjən) ..... Click the link for more information. , elastins, and keratins keratin (kĕr`ətĭn), any one of a class of fibrous protein molecules that serve as structural units for various living tissues. ..... Click the link for more information. . scleroprotein [¦skler·ō′prō‚tēn] (biochemistry) Any one of a class of proteins, such as keratin, fibroin, and the collagens, which occur in hard parts of the animal body and serve to support or protect. Also known as albuminoid. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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