3 Questions
Which of the following is true about elastin?
It is a protein that helps organs stretch without tearing
Where is elastin found in the body?
In the lungs and blood vessels
What happens to elastin fibers when the stretching force is relaxed?
They return to their original shape
Test your knowledge of elastin, a connective tissue protein with unique properties! Learn about its rubber-like properties and how it allows tissues and organs to stretch without tearing. Discover where elastin fibers are found in the body and how they recoil to their original shape.
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