Multiple choice

Which among the following proteins helps the human skin in regaining its original position after being poked or pinched?

  1. Actin

  2. Nuclear lamins

  3. Elastin

  4. Elaunin

  5. Spongin

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Elastin is a protein in connective tissue that is elastic and allows many tissues in the body to resume their shape after stretching or contracting. Elastin helps skin to return to its original position when it is poked or pinched.