The top five functions of proteins are:
- Enzymes are proteins which catalyze reactions.
- Motor Proteins such as myosin are capable of generating mechanical forces which are essential for locomotion.
- Antibodies which defend body against foreign invaders are also proteins.
- Hemoglobin transports Oxygen throughout the body.
- Blood clotting proteins such as fibrin check excess loss of blood.
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