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The extracellular matrix in cartilage consists of fibrous proteins of mostly type II collagen fibres which provides mechanical stability. It is also made of type IX, X and XI collagen fibres
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Type II collagen fibres
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These are major component of the basal lamina in structures like alveoli and glomeruli for membrane transport.
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Type IV collagen fibres
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These are major components in bone extracellular matrix. They are also present in tendons and ligaments.
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Type I collagen fibres
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These are major components in hollow organs like blood vessels, bowels etc.
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Type III collagen fibres
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These are major components of the skin and are associated with type I collagen fibres.
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Type V collagen fibres
Concept
Chapter
2693
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Cartilage and Endochondral Ossification
Topic
183
Physiology & Pathology of Bone
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The epiglottis is a flap of tissue in the larynx below the tongue that is involved in preventing food from entering the airways. It is made of cartilage, a special form of connective tissue with many functions.

What type of collagen is cartilage mostly comprised of?
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