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Fibroblasts are small cells with regular processes.
Fibroblasts are small cells with regular processes.
False
Collagen fibres are mainly found in connective tissue.
Collagen fibres are mainly found in connective tissue.
True
Fat cells are also known as osteocytes.
Fat cells are also known as osteocytes.
False
Macrophages are not involved in the body's defense mechanisms.
Macrophages are not involved in the body's defense mechanisms.
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Reticulin fibres are mainly found in inactive tissue.
Reticulin fibres are mainly found in inactive tissue.
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Which type of cell is responsible for manufacturing collagen and elastic fibers?
Which type of cell is responsible for manufacturing collagen and elastic fibers?
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Where are reticulin fibers, sometimes called very fine collagen fibers, usually found?
Where are reticulin fibers, sometimes called very fine collagen fibers, usually found?
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Which cell type is particularly active in tissue repair, such as wound healing?
Which cell type is particularly active in tissue repair, such as wound healing?
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What is the main function of fat cells in the body?
What is the main function of fat cells in the body?
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Which cell type is actively phagocytic and plays a vital role in the body's defense mechanisms?
Which cell type is actively phagocytic and plays a vital role in the body's defense mechanisms?
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