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Cartilage Tissue: Functions and Composition
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Cartilage Tissue: Functions and Composition

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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?

  • Fibrocartilage
  • Dense irregular connective tissue
  • Hyaline cartilage (correct)
  • Elastic cartilage

    • 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?

    <p>Chondroblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of cartilage are lacunae found containing more than one chondrocyte?

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

    What is the main function of perichondrium in relation to cartilage?

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

    What is the primary function of chondroblasts?

    <p>Synthesize the cartilage matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cartilage serves as a skeletal model for most bones in embryos?

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

    What happens to the cartilage bone model as individuals grow?

    <p>It is gradually replaced by bones through endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is fibrocartilage primarily located in the body?

    <p>In structures that require great flexibility and resilience</p> Signup and view all the answers

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