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What type of cartilage is the weakest but most abundant?
What type of cartilage is the weakest but most abundant?
- Adipose cartilage
- Hyaline cartilage (correct)
- Fibrocartilage
- Elastic cartilage
Which type of connective tissue is characterized as the strongest but least abundant?
Which type of connective tissue is characterized as the strongest but least abundant?
- Areolar tissue
- Fibrocartilage (correct)
- Elastic cartilage
- Hyaline cartilage
Which structure helps maintain the shape of the ear and nose?
Which structure helps maintain the shape of the ear and nose?
- Elastic cartilage (correct)
- Fibrocartilage
- Hyaline cartilage
- Dense connective tissue
What is the primary function of neurons in nervous tissue?
What is the primary function of neurons in nervous tissue?
Which of the following cells supports, insulates, and protects neurons?
Which of the following cells supports, insulates, and protects neurons?
Which type of cartilage is primarily found covering bones to form joints?
Which type of cartilage is primarily found covering bones to form joints?
Which type of connective tissue serves to support and protect the nervous system's neurons?
Which type of connective tissue serves to support and protect the nervous system's neurons?
What distinguishes fibrocartilage from other types of cartilage?
What distinguishes fibrocartilage from other types of cartilage?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cartilage?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cartilage?
Flashcards
Cartilage
Cartilage
Supporting connective tissue that is avascular (lacks blood vessels), with varying types based on fiber composition.
Hyaline cartilage
Hyaline cartilage
The weakest but most abundant type of cartilage, found in joints and the nose. Its smooth, glassy appearance helps with movement.
Fibrocartilage
Fibrocartilage
Strongest and least abundant type of cartilage, found in structures needing high compressive strength like intervertebral discs.
Elastic cartilage
Elastic cartilage
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Nervous tissue
Nervous tissue
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What is cartilage?
What is cartilage?
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What is hyaline cartilage?
What is hyaline cartilage?
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What is fibrocartilage?
What is fibrocartilage?
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What kind of cartilage makes your ear flexible?
What kind of cartilage makes your ear flexible?
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What is nervous tissue?
What is nervous tissue?
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Study Notes
Connective Tissue: Cartilage
- Cartilage is a supportive connective tissue lacking blood vessels (avascular).
- Different types of cartilage exist, varying in fiber composition.
- Hyaline cartilage is the weakest but most abundant type.
- It coats bones where joints form.
- Fibrocartilage is the least abundant but strongest type.
- It is found in vertebral discs.
- Elastic cartilage helps maintain the shape of structures like the ears and nose.
Nervous Tissue
- Nervous tissue forms the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
- It regulates and controls bodily functions.
- Specialized cells make up nervous tissue.
- Neurons are specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
- Glial cells provide support, insulation, and protection for the neurons.
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Test your knowledge on connective tissues such as cartilage and their types, including their functions and locations. Additionally, explore the characteristics and roles of nervous tissue in the body, focusing on neurons and glial cells. This quiz will challenge your understanding of these essential body structures.
