Cartilage and Bones

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cartilage?

It is resilient to compression
It has direct blood supply (correct)
It allows flexibility without distortion
It provides firm structural support for soft tissues

What happens to the bones as they develop?

They become avascular
They become calcified (correct)
They lose their tensile strength
They become flexible

What is the main function of cartilage?

To allow flexibility without distortion
To provide structural support for soft tissues (correct)
To bear more weight
To provide attachment sites for muscles and organs

Which of the following is a characteristic of bone?

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What is the composition of cartilage?

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Characteristic of Cartilage

Does not have a direct blood supply.

Bone Development

Bones become calcified as they mature.

Function of Cartilage

Provides structural support for soft tissues.

Characteristic of Bone

Does provide attachment sites for muscles and organs.

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Composition of Cartilage

Made of connective tissue fibers and ground substance.

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Study Notes

Cartilage Characteristics

Cartilage is NOT a rigid connective tissue
It does not have a direct blood supply or nerve supply
It grows and repairs slowly

Bone Development

Bones develop from cartilage models
As they develop, bones become more rigid and calcified

Cartilage Function

The main function of cartilage is to provide support and cushioning
It acts as a shock absorber in joints
It also connects bones together

Bone Characteristics

One characteristic of bone is that it is a rigid connective tissue
Bone is highly vascularized, meaning it has a rich blood supply

Cartilage Composition

Cartilage is composed of chondrocytes (cells) and a matrix (ground substance)
The matrix is made up of collagen and proteoglycans

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Test your knowledge on the morphology, composition, types, and histophysiology of cartilage and bones with this engaging quiz. Explore the unique characteristics of cartilage as a specialized form of connective tissue and learn about its extracellular matrix. Discover the essential aspects of bone structure, composition, and function.