Elastin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Elastin is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A protein, similar to collagen, found in connective tissue, that has elastic properties.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A protein, similar to collagen, found in connective tissue, that has elastic properties.
Example Sentences
Our stomachs produce an enzyme specifically designed to break down elastin, a type of protein found in meat and nowhere else.
Word Forms
- elastins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include elastokine, elastoidin, elastinase, collagen, elastase, tropoelastin.
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