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extracellular matrix| Strong material naturally occurring in animals and plants, made up of protein and long-chain sugars (polysaccharides) in which cells are embedded. It is often called a ‘biological glue’, and forms part of connective tissues such as bone and skin. |
| The cell walls of plants and bacteria, and the exoskeletons of insects and other arthropods, are also formed by types of extracellular matrix. |
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