Multiple choice

The ground substance of connective tissue is basically composed of

  1. Lipids

  2. Phospholipids

  3. Mucopolysaccharides

  4. Monosaccharides
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Explanation

The ground substance of connective tissue is composed of a complex mixture of proteins and carbohydrates, primarily glycosaminoglycans, which are a type of mucopolysaccharide. These molecules trap water to form a gel-like matrix.

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