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Which is the first membrane protein to have its amino acid sequence determined?(a) Glycophorin A(b) Glycophorin B(c) Glycophorin C(d) Glycophorin DThis question was addressed to me in an interview for job.This key question is from Cellular Membranes in chapter Cellular Membranes of Cell Biology

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Right answer is (a) Glycophorin A

The best I can explain: Glycophorin A is the FIRST membrane protein to have its amino acid sequence DETERMINED. Other glycophorins are present in lesser AMOUNT in the membranes. Glycophorin A has carbohydrates ATTACHED that account for 60% of its weight.



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