An error in the synthesis of this protein causes Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Other than elastin, it is the only human protein to contain hydroxyproline. Every third amino acid in its main helix is a glycine. This protein forms a triple helix which then forms a fibrous structure in extra-cellular spaces.(*) Gelatin is made by hydrolyzing this protein. It is a major component of cartilage. It is the mos
An error in the synthesis of this protein causes Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Other than elastin, it is the only human protein to contain hydroxyproline. Every third amino acid in its main helix is a glycine. This protein forms a triple helix which then forms a fibrous structure in extra-cellular spaces.(*) Gelatin is made by hydrolyzing this protein. It is a major component of cartilage. It is the most abundant protein in the human body. For 10 points, name this protein found in the skin and the tendons.
An error in the synthesis of this protein causes Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
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