Elastin Molecules Are Crosslinked to Each Other by

question 17

Multiple Choice

Elastin molecules are crosslinked to each other by

• A)hydrogen bonds between hydroxylysines and hydroxyprolines.
• B)covalent bonds between lysines.
• C)covalent bonds between prolines.
• D)hydrophobic interactions between hydroxyprolines and glycines.
• E)peptide bonds between glycines.

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Definitions:

Fatty Tissue

A type of connective tissue in the body composed primarily of adipocytes, serving as energy storage, insulation, and cushioning for organs.

Electrically Charged

A condition of having an imbalance of electric charge, either positive or negative.

Resting Potential

The electrical charge across the neuronal membrane when the neuron is not actively transmitting signals.

Refractory Period

The time right after a stimulus when a nerve or muscle cannot respond to additional stimulation.