Question

Which protein is most abundant in the animal world?

Answer 1

Protein:

1. Protein is a component present in many foods that contain amino acids as well as other substances such as oxygen, nitrogen, carbon, hydrogen, and sulfur.
2. They are the primary units of bodily tissue and therefore also used as a source of energy.

Most abundant protein:

1. Collagen is an amino acid protein composed of proline, hydroxyproline, glycine, and arginine.
2. It gives structural support, strength, and durability.
3. Collagen is itself an insoluble fibrous protein found in connective tissue like skin, tendons, and bone.
4. It has been the most widespread animal protein, contributing more than 30% of the total 144 proteins of mammals.