The Degradation of the Extracellular Matrix, Along with Cell Surface

question 31

Multiple Choice

The degradation of the extracellular matrix, along with cell surface proteins, is accomplished mostly by a _____-containing enzyme family called MMPs.

• A)coppers
• B)iron
• C)zinc
• D)magnesium
• E)manganese

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