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Collagen cousin
Answer for the clue "Collagen cousin ", 7 letters:
elastin
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Word definitions for elastin in dictionaries
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. (context protein English) A protein, similar to collagen, found in connective tissue, that has elastic properties.
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Elastin \E*las"tin\, n. [Elastic + -in.] (Physiol. Chem.) A nitrogenous substance, somewhat resembling albumin, which forms the chemical basis of elastic tissue. It is very insoluble in most fluids, but is gradually dissolved when digested with either pepsin ...
WordNet
Word definitions in WordNet
n. a fibrous scleroprotein found in elastic tissues such as the walls of arteries
Usage examples of elastin.
Elasto promotes the formation of elastin and thus acts as a powerful aid in overcoming relaxed conditions whenever they occur.
This also occurs in the elastin fibers, generating a lack of elasticity in the skin.
Sun damage and arterial aging from things such as smoking destroy the elastin and eventually cause wrinkles.