Human Anatomy

9th Edition

ISBN: 9780135168059

Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon

Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,

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Chapter 4, Problem 11RQ

The ground substance in connective tissue proper functions to (a) support and strengthen the tissue, (b) hold tissue ï¬‚uid, (c) ï¬�ght infection, (d) store nutrients, (e) resist tension.

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