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Protein secreted by odontoblast_____________?

Correct answer: C. Collagen

  • A. Chitin
  • B. Keratin
  • C. Collagen
  • D. Elastin

Explanation

Odontoblasts secrete the organic matrix of dentine, which is mainly type I collagen with associated non-collagenous proteins. Keratin, elastin and chitin are not the principal odontoblastic matrix product.

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