Hyaluronic acid
A) contributes to the rigidity of a joint.
B) is found in the synovial membrane.
C) is responsible for the lubricating properties of synovial fluid.
D) makes up most of the matrix of hyaline cartilage.
E) makes surfaces rough.

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Hyaluronic acid is a glycosaminoglycan that is found in the synovial fluid of joints. It is responsible for the lubricating properties of synovial fluid and helps to reduce friction between the bones.

Hyaluronic Acid