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5IZ2 is the '''NTD domain''' of a protein called | 5IZ2 is the '''NTD domain''' of a protein called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spidroin_ spidroin]. This protein is a component of the dragline silk. There are several types of spidroin, and those that form the core of the silk are called '''MaSp1''' (Major ampullate Spidroin-1), which are produced by in the major ampullate gland of spiders. | ||
The NTD domain of these proteins is very important because it plays a major role in the dimerisation of spidroins. Indeed, thanks to the NTD organization, 2 spidroins can be combined, leading to the production of fibres with exceptional physical qualities. | The NTD domain of these proteins is very important because it plays a major role in the dimerisation of spidroins. Indeed, thanks to the NTD organization, 2 spidroins can be combined, leading to the production of fibres with exceptional physical qualities. | ||
