5 Questions
Which type of collagen is most abundant in hyaline cartilage?
Type II
What is the main component of the matrix in hyaline cartilage?
Proteoglycans
What percentage of the dry weight of hyaline cartilage is collagen?
40%
What is the most abundant proteoglycan in hyaline cartilage?
Aggrecan
What is the main function of the link proteins in hyaline cartilage?
To bind proteoglycan complexes
Test your knowledge of hyaline cartilage composition and structure with this quiz. Learn about the role of collagen, proteoglycans, and glycoproteins in the matrix and discover the types of collagen found in hyaline cartilage.
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