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?

    <p>It does not provide attachment sites for muscles and organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of cartilage?

    <p>Connective tissue fibers and ground substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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