Question

name the protein which is the chief component of wool fibres

Answer 1

The protein which is the chief component of wool fibres keratin

Answer 2

Hi friend,

The protein which is the chief component of wool fibres is called keratin.

Keratin is the kind of protein that is found in hair, wool, nails , hoofs, outer layer of human skin and etc. It provides strength and support. This protein also protects the epithelial cells from damage and stress.

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