Describe the role of fibroblasts in connective tissue

A) Fibroblasts are mobile stem cells that repair damaged tissues.
B) Fibroblasts are small, mobile, phagocytic blood cells that enter tissues during infection or injury.
C) Fibroblasts are fixed cells that store lipids.
D) Fibroblasts stimulate local inflammation and mobilize tissue defenses.
E) Fibroblasts secrete hyaluronic acid and proteins that rom the ground substance and create the extracellular fibers.


Answer: E

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