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Which of the following is NOT a component of the extracellular matrix?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the extracellular matrix?
- Proteoglycans
- Epithelial cells (correct)
- Glycosaminoglycans
- Glycoproteins
What is the primary function of fibroblasts in connective tissue?
What is the primary function of fibroblasts in connective tissue?
- Directing immune responses
- Providing structural support
- Secreting collagen and other matrix components (correct)
- Transporting nutrients
Which of the following is a key difference between the two images of adipose tissue shown?
Which of the following is a key difference between the two images of adipose tissue shown?
- The paraffin section shows the lipid droplets intact (correct)
- The plastic section has more adipose cells
- The paraffin section has a thicker extracellular matrix
- The plastic section shows more vascularization
What is the role of proteoglycans in the extracellular matrix?
What is the role of proteoglycans in the extracellular matrix?
Which of the following is a type of glycoprotein found in the extracellular matrix?
Which of the following is a type of glycoprotein found in the extracellular matrix?
What is the main function of connective tissue?
What is the main function of connective tissue?
Which type of cartilage is found in the intervertebral discs of the spine?
Which type of cartilage is found in the intervertebral discs of the spine?
Which component of bone is responsible for its strength and rigidity?
Which component of bone is responsible for its strength and rigidity?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
Which type of collagen is primarily found in cartilage?
Which type of collagen is primarily found in cartilage?
What is the term used to describe disorders related to collagen defects or mutations?
What is the term used to describe disorders related to collagen defects or mutations?
What are the common manifestations of osteogenesis imperfecta?
What are the common manifestations of osteogenesis imperfecta?
Which type of collagen is associated with Kniest dysplasia?
Which type of collagen is associated with Kniest dysplasia?
What is a common symptom of Alport's syndrome?
What is a common symptom of Alport's syndrome?
Which type of connective tissue is found in tendons and ligaments?
Which type of connective tissue is found in tendons and ligaments?
What is the function of hyaline cartilage?
What is the function of hyaline cartilage?
Which component of connective tissue has more than 20 known types?
Which component of connective tissue has more than 20 known types?
