Proteins that constitute keratin, collagen and elastin in body are

Protamines

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Phosphoproteins

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Scleroproteins

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Metaproteins

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The correct option is C Scleroproteins
Scleroproteins (albuminoids) occur in hard parts of animal body for providing support and protection. They are insoluble in water, dilute acid or alkali. Coagulability is absent but conversion to gelatin can occur, e.g., keratin, collagen, elastin, fibroin, chondrin, ossein.

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