Human Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (2nd Edition)
Human Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (2nd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134754239
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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The effect of deficiency of Vitamin C (scurvy) on bone tissue, dense regular collagenous connective tissue, dense irregular connective tissue, and cartilage. Collagen requires Vitamin C for its synthesis. The symptoms expected from scurvy.

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Collagen is one of the types of protein fibers. It is a major protein in the human body. It is made up of fibrous protein, and is resistant to tension and pressure. This protein is responsible for smoothness of skin. It is found in bones, tendons, cartilage, and in extracellular tissue.

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Human Anatomy & Physiology, Books a la Carte Edition (2nd Edition)

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