The Elastin Quiz
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Which of the following is true about elastin?

  • It is a protein that helps organs stretch without tearing (correct)
  • It is a protein found in the skin and blood vessels
  • It is a protein that can only stretch to a limited length
  • It is a protein that loses its elasticity when stretched
  • Where is elastin found in the body?

  • In the bones and muscles
  • In the brain and spinal cord
  • In the liver and kidneys
  • In the lungs and blood vessels (correct)
  • What happens to elastin fibers when the stretching force is relaxed?

  • They lose their elasticity
  • They tear and break
  • They return to their original shape (correct)
  • They become stiff and rigid
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