Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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Chapter 38, Problem 3TYK
A flexible, rubbery protein in connective tissue is called ___, whereas a more fibrous, less flexible glycoprotein is called ___.
a. adipose; cartilage
b. endocrine; exocrine
c. sweat; hormones
d. chondroitin sulfate; hydroxyapatite
e. elastin; collagen
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