What component of ground substance adheres cells to each other and to their places within the extracellular matrix (ECM)?
A)glycosaminoglycans (GAGs)
B)proteoglycans
C)hyaluronic acid
D)glycoproteins

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Glycoproteins such as fibronectin and laminin adhere cells to each other and to their places within the ECM. GAGs and proteoglycans contribute to the viscosity and hydration of the ground substance, while hyaluronic acid is a type of GAG that does not typically bind directly to cells.

What Component of Ground Substance Adheres Cells to Each Other