Collagen Structure and Function Quiz
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What is the color of collagen fibers when fresh?

  • White (correct)
  • Yellow
  • Blue
  • Red

Which of the following types of collagen is found in blood vessels?

  • Type IV
  • Type I
  • Type II
  • Type III (correct)

What is the characteristic color of elastic fibers when fresh?

  • Blue
  • Yellow (correct)
  • Red
  • Green

Which cells are responsible for synthesizing reticular fibers in the body?

<p>Fibroblasts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In connective tissues, what does the ground substance do?

<p>Acts as a molecular sieve facilitating diffusion between blood and tissues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of collagen is found in bones, tendons, and dermis?

<p>Type I (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of connective tissue in the body?

<p>Providing structural and metabolic support to organs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is responsible for storing energy as fat?

<p>Adipose tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cells are involved in phagocytosis or antibody production in connective tissue?

<p>Plasma cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cells play a role in the repair and defense processes in connective tissue?

<p>Leucocytes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of fibroblasts in connective tissue?

<p>Matrix and fiber production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of collagen fiber is responsible for providing strength and support to connective tissues?

<p>Type I collagen fibers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component serves as a physical barrier in spreading infection within the ground substance?

<p>Mucopolysaccharides (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is characterized by the presence of Fibronectin, Chondronectin, and Laminin?

<p>Dense Regular Connective Tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Water & Electrolytes in connective tissue?

<p>Maintenance of Fluid balance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue contains Adipose tissue and Reticular tissue?

<p>Connective tissue with special properties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Plasma Cells are derived from which type of connective tissue cell?

<p>B Lymphocytes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is characterized by the presence of Elastic fibers like Ligamentum nuchae?

<p>Regular Elastic Connective Tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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