This collagen is highly hydrated, it forms a gel that has water-like properties but it also has solid properties.

这些胶原蛋白是高度水合的,形成了既有水的特性,又具有固体特性的胶体

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The extracellular matrix or the collagen gel gives the tissue integrity, and in part, determines its mechanical properties.

细胞外基质或者说胶原蛋白凝胶,使组织成为一个整体,在某种程度上,决定了组织的机械性能

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