Proteoglycans in Cell Development
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What is a key function of proteoglycans in cell development?

  • Cell signaling
  • Cell division
  • Cell adhesion
  • Extracellular communication (correct)
  • What is the primary component of the proteoglycan aggregate?

  • Core protein (correct)
  • Link proteins
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Glycosaminoglycan chains
  • What is the role of proteoglycans in the extracellular matrix?

  • Structural support (correct)
  • Biochemical signaling
  • Cell adhesion
  • All of the above
  • What is the function of glycosaminoglycan chains in proteoglycans?

    <p>Water retention and hydration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the interaction between proteoglycans and other components of the extracellular matrix?

    <p>Supramolecular complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the extracellular matrix?

    <p>Fibrous proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lectins in the context of glycoproteins?

    <p>To recognize and bind to specific sugars on glycoproteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans?

    <p>Glycosaminoglycans are single molecules, while proteoglycans are hybrids of glycosaminoglycans and a core protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the 'spike protein' of SARS-CoV-2?

    <p>To recognize and bind to human cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of proteoglycans in connective tissues?

    <p>To regulate hydration and maintain tissue integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of carbohydrate molecules are found in glycoproteins?

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

    Where are glycosaminoglycans primarily found?

    <p>In the extracellular matrix and joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of fibronectin in the extracellular matrix?

    <p>Cell adhesion, migration, growth and differentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of protein allows cells to adhere to the ECM?

    <p>Integrin proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main component of proteoglycan aggregates in the ECM?

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

    What is the role of proteoglycans in the ECM?

    <p>Maintaining ECM structure and organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lipid is involved in cell signaling and is a co-factor for enzymes?

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

    What is the main function of glycoproteins like fibronectin?

    <p>Cell-ECM adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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