Glycosaminoglycan Quiz

The types of glycosaminoglycans include hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, dermatan sulfate, heparan sulfate, and keratan sulfate. Each type has specific functions, such as providing viscosity and lubrication, maintaining structural integrity, regulating cell signaling, and interacting with proteins in the extracellular matrix.

Glycosaminoglycans play crucial roles in various biological processes, including cell adhesion, migration, proliferation, and differentiation, as well as tissue development, wound healing, and inflammation.

Glycosaminoglycans are long unbranched polysaccharides composed of repeating disaccharide units, which are heavily negatively charged due to the presence of sulfate or carboxyl groups.