Explain how the extracellular matrix functions.

Explanation:

The extracellular matrix provides the physical micro environment in which cells exist. It provides a substrate for cell anchorage serves as a tissue scaffold, guides cell migration during embryonic development and wound repair has a key role in tissue morphogenesis. It is also responsible for transmitting environmental signals to  cells which ultimately affects cell proliferation, differentiation and death.

It has 3 major components:

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