Question

Thousand of years old mummies are still in condition as they were before due to non-destruction of

• A. Collagen fibres
• B. White elastin fibres
• C. Yellow elastin fibres
• D. Veins

Answer 1

The correct option is C Yellow elastin fibres

Yellow elastin fibres: They are formed by protein elastin. The elastin protein is most resistant to chemical changes and these fibres are responsible for the preservation of old mummies for thousands of years. White collagen Fibres are formed by collagen protein. Also, Collagen protein is not much resistant to chemical changes.

So, the correct answer is 'Yellow elastin fibres'.