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What is the main function of chondrocytes in cartilage?
What is the main function of chondrocytes in cartilage?
- Differentiate into chondroblasts
- Maintain the shape of structures
- Form dense irregular connective tissue
- Synthesize the cartilage matrix (correct)
Which type of cartilage is present at the end of ribs and on the articular surface of bones?
Which type of cartilage is present at the end of ribs and on the articular surface of bones?
- Fibrocartilage
- Dense irregular connective tissue
- Hyaline cartilage (correct)
- Elastic cartilage
What is the function of fibrocartilage?
What is the function of fibrocartilage?
- Provide support for soft tissues
- Synthesize the extracellular matrix
- Maintain the shape of structures while allowing flexibility
- Form dense and irregular collagen bundles (correct)
What is the precursor to chondrocytes in cartilage?
What is the precursor to chondrocytes in cartilage?
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In which type of cartilage are lacunae found containing more than one chondrocyte?
In which type of cartilage are lacunae found containing more than one chondrocyte?
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What is the main function of perichondrium in relation to cartilage?
What is the main function of perichondrium in relation to cartilage?
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What is the primary function of chondroblasts?
What is the primary function of chondroblasts?
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Which type of cartilage serves as a skeletal model for most bones in embryos?
Which type of cartilage serves as a skeletal model for most bones in embryos?
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What happens to the cartilage bone model as individuals grow?
What happens to the cartilage bone model as individuals grow?
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Where is fibrocartilage primarily located in the body?
Where is fibrocartilage primarily located in the body?
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