What is "scleroprotein"

n. (context protein English) Any of many fibrous proteins found in connective tissue etc

n. a simple protein found in horny and cartilaginous tissues and in the lens of the eye [syn: albuminoid]

Scleroproteins or fibrous proteins constitute one of the three main types of proteins (alongside globular and membrane proteins). There are many scleroprotein superfamilies including keratin, collagen, elastin, and fibroin. The roles of such proteins include protection and support, forming connective tissue, tendons, bone matrices, and muscle fiber.