Provide an Appropriate Response

question 51

Multiple Choice

Provide an appropriate response.
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Definitions:

Collagen

A protein that is the primary structural component of connective tissues in animals and the most abundant protein in mammals.

Proteoglycan

A large molecule made of protein cores with glycosaminoglycan chains, playing various roles in the structure and function of cells and tissues.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid is a viscous, glycosaminoglycan that is widely distributed throughout connective, epithelial, and neural tissues, known for its capacity to retain water and contribute to tissue hydration and lubrication.

Chondrocytes

Specialized cells found within cartilage that produce and maintain the cartilaginous matrix.