GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -ECM components of cartilage. The connective tissues non cellular portion is known as the extracellular matrix (ECM), giving the physical scaffolding for the cells. The ECM is able to hold water, provide appropriate hydration of the tissue and form part of a selective barrier to the external environment.

Detailed explanation-2: -The term extracellular literally means outside the cell, which is the space where the matrix is located. The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a network of non-living tissues that provide support to cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -Listen to pronunciation. (EK-struh-SEL-yoo-ler MAY-trix) A large network of proteins and other molecules that surround, support, and give structure to cells and tissues in the body.

Detailed explanation-4: -All cells in solid tissue are surrounded by extracellular matrix. Both plants and animals have ECM. The cell wall of plant cells is a type of extracellular matrix.

Detailed explanation-5: -Connective Tissues. Connective tissues are made up of a matrix consisting of living cells and a non-living substance, called the ground substance. The ground substance is made of an organic substance (usually a protein) and an inorganic substance (usually a mineral or water).