Collagen fibers impart tensile strength to our skin while ________ fibers allow for some stretch and contraction in the dermis during movement.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
elastic
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A. mouth B. esophagus C. small intestine D. large intestine E. stomach
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a. ligament b. areolar c. fascia d. tendon
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