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living structure > anatomical structure > extracellular matrix

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extracellular matrix  

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  • In biology, the extracellular matrix (ECM) 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.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/INS-M0605C70-W

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