| Name: | lens capsule |
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| Definition: | The lens capsule is a modified basement membrane that completely surrounds the ocular lens. |
| Ontology: | Anatomy Ontology [ZFA:0005574] |
| Name: | extracellular matrix |
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| Synonyms: | matrisome, proteinaceous extracellular matrix |
| Definition: | A structure lying external to one or more cells, which provides structural support, biochemical or biomechanical cues for cells or tissues. |
| Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0031012] QuickGO AmiGO |
| Name: | patchy |
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| Synonyms: | |
| Definition: | A spatial pattern inhering in a bearer by virtue of the bearer's being marked by, consisting of, or diversified with patches. |
| Ontology: | Phenotypic Quality Ontology [PATO:0001608] |