elastin (Meaning)
elastin (n)
a fibrous scleroprotein found in elastic tissues such as the walls of arteries
elastin (n.)
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 or trypsin.
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a fibrous scleroprotein found in elastic tissues such as the walls of arteriesA nitrogenous substance, somewhat resembling albumin, which forms the chemical bas
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Elastin is a protein that provides elasticity to connective tissues in the body.
The elastin in our skin helps it to snap back into place after being stretched.
Elastin is also found in our lungs, arteries, and other organs that need to be able to stretch and recoil.
The production of elastin decreases as we age, which is why our skin becomes less elastic and more wrinkled as we get older.
