Collagen Structure & Function: Difference between revisions
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==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
Collagen is a member of a naturally occurring protein family. It is one of the most plentiful proteins present in mammals and is responsible for performing a variety of biological functions. It often works in conjuction with other important proteins such as keratin and elastin. | Collagen is a member of a naturally occurring protein family. It is one of the most plentiful proteins present in mammals and is responsible for performing a variety of biological functions. It is present in large quantities in connective tissue and provides tendons and ligaments with tensile strength and skin with elasticity.It often works in conjuction with other important proteins such as keratin and elastin. | ||
==Molecular Structure== | ==Molecular Structure== | ||
