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ground substance (n)
the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded
the clear nongranular portion of the cytoplasm of a cell
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the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded, the clear nongranular portion of the cytoplasm of a cell
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The ground substance of connective tissue provides a cushioning and supportive environment for cells.
Hyaluronic acid is a major component of the ground substance in cartilage, providing its shock-absorbing properties.
Proteoglycans in the ground substance bind to water molecules, creating a hydrated gel-like matrix.
Fibroblasts secrete molecules that form the ground substance, such as collagen and elastin.
