NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Nonliving material that surrounds living cells is called ____
A
Extracellular material
B
Extracellular fluid
C
Extracellular matrix
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In biology, the extracellular matrix (ECM), also called intercellular matrix, is a three-dimensional network consisting of extracellular macromolecules and minerals, such as collagen, enzymes, glycoproteins and hydroxyapatite that provide structural and biochemical support to surrounding cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Answer and Explanation: The tissue that consists of living cells surrounded by an extracellular matrix is b) Connective tissue. The function of connective tissues is to sustain and support other tissues and organs, and to serve as energy storage.

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