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Globular proteins are compact, spherical, and soluble in water due to their hydrophilic R groups facing outward, allowing them to play important physiological roles. In contrast, fibrous proteins are long, straight strands with little tertiary structure, making them generally insoluble in water and ideal for structural functions. Examples of globular proteins include hemoglobin and insulin, while fibrous proteins include collagen and keratin.
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