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What type of strength do collagen fibers possess?
What type of strength do collagen fibers possess?
- Flexural strength
- Tensile strength (correct)
- Compressive strength
- Elastic strength
Which property of collagen fibers distinguishes them from elastic fibers?
Which property of collagen fibers distinguishes them from elastic fibers?
- Elasticity
- Inelasticity (correct)
- Stiffness
- Flexibility
What characteristic of collagen fibers contributes to the tissue's flexibility?
What characteristic of collagen fibers contributes to the tissue's flexibility?
- Flexibility
- High tensile strength
- Inelasticity (correct)
- Elasticity
Which type of fiber is known for its flexibility?
Which type of fiber is known for its flexibility?
In terms of flexibility, how do collagen and elastic fibers differ?
In terms of flexibility, how do collagen and elastic fibers differ?
Which type of fibers are the most widely distributed in connective tissue?
Which type of fibers are the most widely distributed in connective tissue?
What is the characteristic feature of collagen fibers in connective tissue?
What is the characteristic feature of collagen fibers in connective tissue?
Which type of fiber is present in all types of connective tissue but varies greatly in abundance?
Which type of fiber is present in all types of connective tissue but varies greatly in abundance?
What distinguishes collagen fibers from elastic fibers in connective tissue?
What distinguishes collagen fibers from elastic fibers in connective tissue?
In terms of distribution, which fiber type dominates the connective tissue architecture?
In terms of distribution, which fiber type dominates the connective tissue architecture?
What substance holds the collagen fibers together within a bundle?
What substance holds the collagen fibers together within a bundle?
Which component consists of parallel aggregation of thinner fibrils within a collagen fiber?
Which component consists of parallel aggregation of thinner fibrils within a collagen fiber?
What is the main protein component of elastic fibers in connective tissue?
What is the main protein component of elastic fibers in connective tissue?
Which of the following is NOT found within collagen fibers?
Which of the following is NOT found within collagen fibers?
Ground substance in connective tissue mainly consists of which of the following?
Ground substance in connective tissue mainly consists of which of the following?
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