Fibril
noun
A small, threadlike structure, especially in muscle tissue or connective tissue.
Collagen fibrils help to maintain skin elasticity.

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muscle fibril, collagen fibril, fibril network
noun
A small, threadlike structure, especially in muscle tissue or connective tissue.
Collagen fibrils help to maintain skin elasticity.

Usage tips
Neutral
muscle fibril, collagen fibril, fibril network
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Anatomical Structure
Fibrils are essential for the structural integrity of tissues
Tendons are rich in collagen fibrils.
Cellular Components
Fibrils can be cellular structures that contribute to cellular function
In connective tissues, fibrils help cells maintain their shape.
Biological Importance
Fibrils play a critical role in biological processes
Fibrils are key components in the formation of various cells.
Anatomical Structure
Fibrils are essential for the structural integrity of tissues
Tendons are rich in collagen fibrils.
Cellular Components
Fibrils can be cellular structures that contribute to cellular function
In connective tissues, fibrils help cells maintain their shape.
Biological Importance
Fibrils play a critical role in biological processes
Fibrils are key components in the formation of various cells.
Anatomical Structure
Fibrils are essential for the structural integrity of tissues
Tendons are rich in collagen fibrils.
Cellular Components
Fibrils can be cellular structures that contribute to cellular function
In connective tissues, fibrils help cells maintain their shape.
Biological Importance
Fibrils play a critical role in biological processes
Fibrils are key components in the formation of various cells.
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