14 Questions
What is the primary function of connective tissue in the body?
To connect cells and tissues together and hold them in place
What is the main component of collagenic fibers?
Collagen
What is the characteristic of collagen fibrils?
Thin and elongated with transverse striations
What is the function of elastic fibers in connective tissue?
To provide elasticity and strength
What is the role of connective tissue in defense mechanism and immunity?
It has a role in defense mechanism and immunity
What is the characteristic of reticular fibers under a light microscope?
They are not visible
What is the composition of the extracellular matrix in connective tissue?
Ground substance and fibers
What is the main function of reticular fibers?
To provide a network around the cells of the parenchymal organs
What is the characteristic of reticular fibers?
They are not specified in the text
What is the primary component of the ground substance?
Hyaluronic acid
What is the role of glycoprotein in the ground substance?
It functions in attaching cells to fibers
What is the function of the tissue fluid in the ground substance?
To transport nutrients and oxygen from capillaries to other tissues
What type of stain is used to demonstrate reticular fibers?
Silver stain
What is the characteristic of reticular fibers when stained with orcein?
They take a dark brown color
Test your knowledge on the functions and characteristics of connective tissue, one of the four basic tissues of the body. Learn about its role in connecting cells, providing form, and defending the body. Take this quiz to understand the importance of connective tissue in our overall health.
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