Which characteristic distinguishes mesenchyme from mature connective tissue?
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Correct answer: Undifferentiated cells with loose matrix
Mesenchyme consists of undifferentiated cells within a loosely organized extracellular matrix, unlike mature connective tissues with specialized structures.
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