Scleroprotein (Noun)
Meaning
A simple protein found in horny and cartilaginous tissues and in the lens of the eye.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The lens of the eye contains a type of scleroprotein known as crystallin which aids in maintaining its transparency and structure.
- Scleroprotein is highly resistant to digestion and plays a significant role in the rigidity of cartilaginous tissues.
- Researchers have been studying the composition of scleroproteins found in the corneal and scleral layers of the human eye.
- These proteins maintain their structure through an array of disulfide bonds that resemble those found in other scleroproteins.
- Scleroprotein can also be found in the beaks and claws of birds, making them tougher and more resilient.