Although you get wet while swimming, a tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge. This substance is ________.

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Keratin is a tough protein that is present in the skin and forms a protective layer. It is responsible for the skin's strength and water-resistant properties that prevent it from soaking up moisture like a sponge. The other options listed do not have properties that can prevent the skin from soaking up moisture.

Although You Get Wet While Swimming, a Tough Protein Within