Chapter 3 - Biology and Mechanics of the Extra-Cellular Matrix

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Exploring the Extracellular Matrix

Test your knowledge on the fascinating world of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and its crucial role in human biology. This quiz covers various aspects, including components, functions, and the importance of calcium in the body.

Understand key concepts of the ECM
Learn about calcium homeostasis
Differentiate between types of bone

11 Questions3 MinutesCreated by StudyingMatrix37

1. Define the extracellular matrix

2. List the functions of the ECM (aim for three)

3. What are the components of the bone ECM?

4. How is calcium stored in the body?

5. List some functions of calcium in the body

6. Summarise calcium homeostasis (reference functions PTH)

7. Describe the differences between cortical and cancellous bone

8. How does the above influence healing (reference soft tissue strain)

9. List the layers of hyaline cartilage

10. Name a transcription factor involved in determining cell lineage

11. List two expected age related changes with respect to ECM

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