| Name: | chondroblast |
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| Synonyms: | chondroblasts |
| Definition: | Skeletogenic cell that is typically non-terminally differentiated, secretes an avascular, GAG rich matrix; is not buried in cartilage tissue matrix, retains the ability to divide, located adjacent to cartilage tissue (including within the perichondrium). |
| Ontology: | Anatomy Ontology [ZFA:0009027] |
| Name: | extracellular matrix |
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| Synonyms: | matrisome, proteinaceous extracellular matrix |
| Definition: | A structure lying external to one or more cells, which provides structural support, biochemical or biomechanical cues for cells or tissues. |
| Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0031012] QuickGO AmiGO |