________ is the extracellular component of connective tissues.
A) Cytoplasm
B) Blood
C) Mucous
D) Cartilage
E) Ground substance

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Ground substance is the gel-like substance that fills the space between cells and fibers in connective tissues. It is the extracellular component that provides support and protection to cells and tissues. Choice A (cytoplasm) is the intracellular component of cells, choice B (blood) is a fluid connective tissue that circulates throughout the body, choice C (mucous) is a slimy substance that serves as a protective barrier in certain tissues, and choice D (cartilage) is a specialized type of connective tissue that provides support and flexibility to certain structures in the body.

________ Is the Extracellular Component of Connective Tissues