Which of the Following Characterizes the Protein Elastin

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characterizes the protein elastin?

• A) It functions predominantly in muscle tissue to resist excess stretching.
• B) It is found predominantly in epithelial tissue.
• C) It is found in the extracellular matrix of connective tissue.
• D) It is the most abundant protein in the body.
• E) It is responsible for the elasticity of the long extensions of neurons.

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