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Which one of the following biomolecules is insoluble in water

A

`alpha-`keratin

B

haemoglobin

C

ribonuclease

D

adenine

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A
`alpha-` Keratin is a water insoluble fibrous protein that serves as the major consituent of hair, nails and skin.
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Knowledge Check

  • Which one of the followinig biomolecules is insoluble in water ?

    A
    `alpha-`Keratin
    B
    Haemoglobin
    C
    ribonuclease
    D
    Adenine

  • Which of the following biomolecules is insoluble in water?

    A
    `alpha-`Keratin
    B
    Hyaemoglobin
    C
    Ribonuclease
    D
    Aldenine

  • Which of the following biomolecules is insoluble in water

    A
    `alpha`-Keratin
    B
    Haemoglobin
    C
    Ribonuclease
    D
    Adenine