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How many distinct types of collagen are found in the human body?
How many distinct types of collagen are found in the human body?
- Between 20 and 30
- Between 10 and 20
- More than 30 (correct)
- Less than 10
Which of the following statements about collagen is true?
Which of the following statements about collagen is true?
- Collagen makes up 50% of total mammalian protein
- Collagen provides structural strength to tissues and organs (correct)
- Collagen is present in all tissues except for organs
- Collagen is the only protein found in the human body
How are the different types of collagen made?
How are the different types of collagen made?
- Each type of collagen is made using 2-3 polypeptide chains (correct)
- Each type of collagen is made using 4-5 polypeptide chains
- Each type of collagen is made using a single polypeptide chain
- Each type of collagen is made using 6 or more polypeptide chains