Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cartilage?
It has direct blood supply
What happens to the bones as they develop?
They become calcified
What is the main function of cartilage?
To provide structural support for soft tissues
Which of the following is a characteristic of bone?
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What is the composition of cartilage?
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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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