Areolar Connective Tissue Flashcards

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What type of connective tissue is areolar connective tissue?

Loose connective tissue

What are the visible characteristics of areolar connective tissue?

Multiple types of fibers running in different directions, multiple cell types are present, fibers create an observable woven or web-type pattern.

Identify the primary functions of areolar connective tissue.

Supports epithelium, connects different tissue types

Where is areolar connective tissue found in the body?

Underlying the epithelium of the trachea, underlying the epidermis, underlying the epithelium of the esophagus Signup and view all the answers

What fiber type permits areolar connective tissue to retain a degree of flexibility?

Elastic Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dense' in 'dense irregular connective tissue' refer to?

Density of fibers Signup and view all the answers

What are the visible characteristics of dense irregular connective tissue?

Fibroblast nuclei are visible in a sporadic arrangement, collagen fibers running in different directions, fibers create a woven or web-type pattern observable on the slide. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the primary function(s) of dense irregular connective tissue.

Provides strength, resists stress applied along multiple spatial planes Signup and view all the answers

Where is dense irregular connective tissue found in the body?

Deep regions of the dermis, forms thin encasements around many organs Signup and view all the answers

What is the dominant fiber type found in dense irregular connective tissue?

Collagen Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'regular' in 'dense regular connective tissue' refer to?

Fibers run parallel. Signup and view all the answers

What are the visible characteristics of dense regular connective tissue?

Collagen fibers or elastic fibers running in the same direction, fibroblast nuclei are visible, sporadically located between fibers, very little ground substance and few cells are observable on the slide. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the primary function(s) of dense regular connective tissue.

Provides strength and durability, resists bidirectional tensions applied along one spatial plane Signup and view all the answers

Where is dense regular connective tissue found in the body?

Forms tendons, forms part of the wall of large arteries Signup and view all the answers

What are the fiber types found in the two forms of dense regular connective tissue?

Collagen and elastic Signup and view all the answers

What visual feature sets hyaline cartilage apart from other types of cartilage?

Matrix appears transparent. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the primary function(s) of hyaline cartilage.

Provides strength, provides structural support Signup and view all the answers

Where is hyaline cartilage found in the body?

Trachea, joints, nose Signup and view all the answers

Where are chondrocytes located?

Inside lacunae Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Areolar Connective Tissue

A type of loose connective tissue characterized by a flexible and supportive structure.
Composed of multiple fiber types, arranged in various directions creating a woven pattern.
Functions to support epithelium and connect various tissue types.
Found beneath the epithelium of the trachea, epidermis, and esophagus.
Contains elastic fibers, which contribute to its flexibility.

Dense Irregular Connective Tissue

Defined by a high density of fibers that provide strength and resistance to stress from multiple directions.
Features fibroblast nuclei in a sporadic arrangement, with collagen fibers running in different directions.
Located in deep regions of the dermis and forms protective layers around many organs.
The predominant fiber type is collagen.

Dense Regular Connective Tissue

Identified by parallel arrangement of fibers, enhancing strength along a specific direction.
Contains collagen or elastic fibers with sporadic fibroblast nuclei and minimal ground substance and cells.
Provides strength, durability, and resistance to tension in one direction.
Commonly found in tendons and parts of large arterial walls.
Comprises both collagen and elastic fibers.

Hyaline Cartilage

Notable for its transparent matrix, distinguishing it from other cartilage types.
Serves important functions of providing strength and structural support.
Present in the trachea, joints, and nose.

Chondrocytes

Specialized cells located within lacunae in cartilage tissue, responsible for maintaining the cartilage matrix.

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This quiz provides flashcards that aid in understanding the microscopic appearance and characteristics of areolar connective tissue. Learn about its types, visible features, and primary functions through engaging questions and definitions.