A Coiled Fibrous Protein in Connective Tissue That Is Stretchy

question 66

Multiple Choice

A coiled fibrous protein in connective tissue that is stretchy is called ________.

• A) a reticular fiber
• B) proteoglycan
• C) elastin
• D) collagen
• E) hyaluronic acid

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