Question

"Proteins are GLOBULAR " ( sandwich / lamellar theory )

What does globular mean ?

Answer 1

Globular proteins or spheroproteins are spherical ("globe-like") proteins and are one of the common protein types (the others being fibrous, disordered and membrane proteins). Globular proteins are somewhat water-soluble (forming colloids in water), unlike the fibrous or membrane proteins.




Based on solubility, function, and three-dimensional shape, proteins may be classified as fibrous, membrane, or globular. Globular proteins, like ovalbumin, are always soluble in water and often have a spherical or roundish shape.