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What is fascia and how was it viewed by anatomists in the past?

Fascia is a white, fibrous connective tissue that keeps muscles and organs in place. Anatomists used to cut it off and discard it.

What has recent research shown about fascia?

Recent research has shown that fascia is sticky, gloopy, and obstructs the view of muscles, bones, and organs.

Who is Erasmus Wilson and what did he call fascia?

Erasmus Wilson was a 19th-century anatomist who called fascia a natural bandage.

What is the main function of fascia?

The main function of fascia is to keep muscles and organs in place. Signup and view all the answers

How would you describe the properties of fascia?

Fascia is strong, flexible, and adhesive. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions based on the text:

Erasmus Wilson = 19th-century anatomist Fascia = White, fibrous connective tissue Natural bandage = Term used by Erasmus Wilson to describe fascia Dissection = Process of cutting open to study anatomy Signup and view all the answers

Match the descriptions with the corresponding terms from the text:

Strong yet flexible = Fascia 19th-century anatomist = Erasmus Wilson Sticky, gloopy = Fascia Sheets of white, fibrous connective tissue = Fascia Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their characteristics based on the text:

Fascia = Keeps muscles and organs in place Erasmus Wilson = Called fascia a natural bandage Anatomists = Used to cut off fascia during dissection Dissection = Process that reveals fascia as sheets of white, fibrous connective tissue Signup and view all the answers