Question

Which one is the most abundant protein in the animal world?

A

Trypsin

B

Haemoglobin

C

Collagen

D

Insulin

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Updated on : 2022-09-05
Solution
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Correct option is C)

Correct option: C

Explanation:
  • The most abundant protein in the animal world is Collagen. It is found in the extracellular matrix of connective tissues like cartilage, bones, tendons, ligaments, and skin.
  • Trypsin is an enzyme which hydrolyses proteins into smaller peptides in the small intestine. It is produced as the inactive zymogen trypsinogen in the pancreas.
  • Haemoglobin is a iron-containing oxygen-transport protein found in red blood cells.
  • Insulin is a peptide hormone produced by beta cells of the pancreatic islets in response to high level of blood glucose.
    Thus, Option C is correct.

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