Casein is the largest group of proteins in milk

Q.  Which is the largest group of proteins in milk?
- Published on 18 May 16

a. Beta-lactalbumin
b. Whey
c. Casein
d. All of the above are in same proportion

ANSWER: Casein
 
  • Casein is the largest group of proteins in milk, making up about 80% of the total protein content.
  • Whey proteins are just 20%. Beta-lactalbumin is a whey protein.
  • There are several types of casein in milk, and beta-casein is the second most common.
  • The two most common forms of beta-casein are – A1 beta Casein and A2 beta Casein.

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