Question

Which of the following statement is incorrect about the fibrous protein?

• A. The polypeptide chains are parallel to each other
• B. The polypeptides chains are held together by hydrogen bonds only
• C. Fibrous proteins are generally insoluble in water
• D. Some common examples of fibrous protein are keratin and myosin

Answer 1

The correct option is B The polypeptides chains are held together by hydrogen bonds only

In case of fibrous protein the polypeptide chains are parallel to each other and are held together by hydrogen and disulphide bonds. Such proteins are generally insoluble in water. Some common examples are keratin and myosin.