Christina (Block 2) Flashcards
1
Q
What is meant by the term ECM
A
Extracellular matrix
2
Q
What is the main function of the ECM
A
Provides mechanical support to the cells and regulate cell behaviour
3
Q
Are all tissues renewal tissues?
A
No but most display a small degree of renewal
4
Q
Put these in order of size
- organ
- cell
- system
- tissues
A
cell->tissues->organ->systems
5
Q
Name the 2 kinds of cell adhesions
A
cell-cell and cell-ECM
6
Q
Define an Adhesion Protein
A
transmembrane proteins that mediate cell-cell and cell-ECM interactions
7
Q
Spatial organisation and mechanical functions depend on a system of ______ called the ______.
A
Filaments, cytoskeleton
