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Classification of Protein

The document discusses the classification and functions of proteins, highlighting two main types: fibrous proteins, which are insoluble and structural, and globular proteins, which are soluble and functional. It also differentiates between simple and conjugated proteins and outlines their primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures. Additionally, it details the various functions of proteins, including structural support, protection through antibodies, hormonal regulation, and enzymatic activity.

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Classification of Protein

The document discusses the classification and functions of proteins, highlighting two main types: fibrous proteins, which are insoluble and structural, and globular proteins, which are soluble and functional. It also differentiates between simple and conjugated proteins and outlines their primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures. Additionally, it details the various functions of proteins, including structural support, protection through antibodies, hormonal regulation, and enzymatic activity.

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MIRPUR UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

(MUST), MIRPUR

FACULTY OF VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES


Classification and functions of
protein

Dr. Ijaz
Proteins

Proteins: Biological compounds made up of polymerization


of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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•Fibrous protein(Scleroprotein): We can find these proteins in
animals and are insoluble in water. Fibrous proteins are resistant
to proteolytic enzymes and are coiled and exist in threadlike
structures to form fibres. e.g. collagen, actin, and myosin, keratin
in hair, claws, feathers, etc.

•Globular proteins: These proteins, unlike fibrous proteins are


soluble in water. They are made up of polypeptides that are coiled
about themselves to form oval or spherical molecules e.g. albumin,
insulin, and hormones like oxytocin, etc.

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Simple proteins: These proteins are made up of amino acids
only. e.g. albumins, globulins, prolamins, etc.

Conjugated proteins: These are complex proteins that are


combined with the characteristic of non–amino acid
substance called as a prosthetic group. These are of
following types:–

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•Primary structure- Single chain
structure

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Secondary structure- the linear peptide chains fold into
helical structure(coiled).

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Tertiary- Three dimensional structure of protein with loops and
bends.

Quaternary Structure refers proteins are composed of more than


one polypeptide chain.

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On the basis of functions

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On the basis of functions

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On the basis of functions

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On the basis of functions

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On the basis of functions

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Functions of Proteins

Structural functions: Proteins are called as the building


blocks of the body. They are an essential component of various
structures in the cell and tissues. We also find these proteins in
the outer membrane of all cells in the human body. We can also
find structural proteins in hair, skin, and muscles.

Proteins often act to strengthen these structures. Proteins


working together can allow movement within the body, such as
contraction of muscles and movement of food through the
digestive system etc. They are needed for the growth,
development, healing, and repair of tissues.

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Functions of Proteins

Protective: Proteins are the main constituent of antibodies that


protect our body against antigens and pathogens thus
preventing infections.

Hormonal regulation: Hormones are majorly composed of


proteins. Hormones play a vital role in regulating muscle
mass, sex hormones, and growth and development.

Enzymes: Proteins are called as biological buffers because


they, as enzymes, regulate many different biochemical
reactions that are occurring in the body.

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