Hyaluronic Acid Properties and Functions Quiz
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What is the molecular weight of hyaluronic acid that is associated with immune modulation?

  • 300 kDa (correct)
  • 10 kDa
  • 500 kDa
  • 50 kDa

    • Where is hyaluronic acid found in the body, apart from skin and cartilage?

  • Liver, lungs, pancreas
  • Stomach, bladder, gallbladder
  • Brain, kidney, muscles (correct)
  • Heart, spleen, intestines

    • What is the main property of hyaluronic acid that makes it absorb moisture?

  • Hydrophobic
  • Hygroscopic (correct)
  • Adhesive
  • Viscous

    • Which of the following is a known application of hyaluronic acid?

    <p>Stimulate cartilage formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the form in which hyaluronic acid occurs in the body?

    <p>Salt form (hyaluronate)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Hyaluronic acid is a branched polymer?

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Hyaluronic acid is found in the brain, kidney, and muscles?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Hyaluronic acid can degrade by enzymes and release products that form blood vessels?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Hyaluronic acid with a molecular weight of 300 kDa is associated with arthritis treatment?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Excess hyaluronic acid may cause tumor growth and cancer?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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