In connective tissues, the primary extracellular molecules responsible for resisting tension are
A) proteoglycans
B) intermediate filaments in fibroblasts.
C) elastin fibers.
D) collagen fibers.

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Collagen fibers are the primary extracellular molecules in connective tissues that provide tensile strength and resist tension.

In Connective Tissues, the Primary Extracellular Molecules Responsible for Resisting