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Cartilage Structure and Function Quiz
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Cartilage Structure and Function Quiz

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What is the main role of chondrocytes in cartilage?

  • Differentiate into chondroblasts
  • Synthesize the cartilage matrix (correct)
  • Form dense irregular connective tissue
  • Maintain the shape of structures
  • In which type of cartilage can lacunae be found containing more than one chondrocyte?

  • Fibrocartilage
  • Hyaline cartilage (correct)
  • Elastic cartilage
  • Dense irregular connective tissue
  • What serves as the precursor to chondrocytes in cartilage?

  • Ground substance
  • Chondrocytes
  • Lacunae
  • Chondroblasts (correct)
  • What is the primary function of perichondrium in relation to cartilage?

    <p>Surround and support the cartilage tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cartilage is found at the end of ribs and on the articular surface of bones?

    <p>Hyaline cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of fibrocartilage?

    <p>Form dense and irregular collagen bundles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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