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Concept: Extracellular-Matrix

Superconcept: Organic-Complex


Component Semantics:

Extracellular-Matrix
Definition: Complex network of polysaccharides (such as glycosaminoglycans or cellulose) and proteins (such as collagen) secreted by cells. A structural component of tissues that also influences their development and physiology. Alberts:ECB:G-7.

Relevant concepts: Organic-Complex

Relevant concepts: Molecular-Complex

Relevant concepts: Protein

Relevant concepts: Polysaccharide

Relevant concepts: DNA-Double-Strand

Relevant concepts: Group

Relevant concepts: Nucleic-Acid-Complex