Biochemistry
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Author: Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 11, Problem 25P
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The role of the glycosaminoglycan in the cartilage that provides cushioning.
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Glycosaminoglycan is an important component of proteoglycans molecules. It allows the tissues to withstand the compressive forces and swelling pressure through hydration. It is the essential molecule in the body that connects the proteins to proteoglycans.
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