There are two main classes of protein tertiary structure:
- Fibrous proteins are generally composed of long and narrow strands and have a structural role (they are something)
- Globular proteins generally have a more compact and rounded shape and have functional roles (they do something)
Differences Between Fibrous and Globular ProteinsÂ
Mnemonic: SPADES
Structural Comparison of Fibrous and Globular Proteins
