Cartilage
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Cartilage is a type of supporting connective tissue . It is a firm tissue but softer and more flexible than bone .
Cartilage Structure [edit | edit source]
| cartilage matrix | cartilage cells |
| it is a firm gel that contain polysacchride derivaites called chondroitin sulfates which complex with protein in the ground substance forming proteoglycan . | chondrocytes are the only cells in the matrix and they occupy small chambers called lacuna . |
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