Fill in the Blank in the Following Paragraph Regarding the Extracellular

question 55

Short Answer

Fill in the blank in the following paragraph regarding the extracellular matrix. Do not use abbreviations.
"The extracellular matrix of connective tissues in animals is primarily made and secreted by the … family of cells, although they may have more specific names in certain tissues. Being common in connective tissues, these cells can also migrate and proliferate if need be."

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Definitions:

Premium on Bonds

The amount by which the price paid for a bond exceeds its face value, typically because the interest rate it pays is higher than the market rate.

Maturity

The date on which a debt or other borrowing is due to be repaid in full, or when an investment reaches its full value.

Bond's Discount

The difference between the face value of a bond and its selling price when sold for less than its face value.

Amortized

The gradual reduction of a debt over a period of time by making regular payments of interest and principal sufficient to repay the loan by maturity.