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I need only the correct ans How does the extracellular matrix affect a cell that

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How does the extracellular matrix affect a cell that it surrounds? (Select all that apply.)

The cell's shape depends in part on the structure and composition of the extracellular matrix. The genes that the cell expresses depend in part on the types of proteins in the extracellular matrix. All of these choices are correct. The size that the cell grows to depends in part on the polysaccharides in the extracellular matrix. The extracellular matrix has no effect on the cells that it surrounds.

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Extracellular matrix refers to the extracellular molecules present outside the cell, they provide structural and biochemical support to the cells.