Connective Tissue Flashcards
1
Q
What makes up the extracellular matrix
A
Fibres, cells and ground substance
2
Q
What is the function of the ground substance
A
Generates compression resistance and allows diffusion of molecules
3
Q
What is the function of fibres
A
Generates tension resistance and allows cell attachment
4
Q
What is the function of the cell in the extracellular matrix
A
Creates and maintains the matrix
