Asked in MDCAT 2025 — Biomolecules, Nuclear Physics, Alternating Current, Comprehension 2025

Globular proteins differ from fibrous proteins in _.

Correct answer: D. Soluble in aqueous medium

  • A. Non-crystalline
  • B. More amino acids
  • C. Peptide bonds
  • D. Soluble in aqueous medium

Explanation

The following question deals with the differences between Globular and fibrous proteins and the student must be able to identify the correct difference mentioned. Since, Globular proteins are soluble in water due to their hydrophilic (Water loving) ends on the outside making them soluble in aqueous medium and marking option 'D' as the correct difference.

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