Connective Tissue Functions Quiz

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

To regulate body temperature

To defend the body against diseases

To provide nutrients to the cells

To connect and hold tissues together (correct)

What is the main component of collagenic fibers?

Collagen (correct)

Keratin

Elastin

Glycoprotein

What is the function of elastic fibers in connective tissue?

To provide elasticity to the tissue (correct)

To provide strength to the tissue

To regulate blood pressure

To produce hormones

What is the characteristic of collagen fibrils under electron microscopy?

Thin, elongated structures with transverse striations Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of connective tissue in defense mechanism?

To provide a barrier against pathogens Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ground substance in connective tissue?

To transport nutrients to the cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the staining characteristic of collagenic fibers?

They stain pink with H&E stain Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of reticular fibers when stained with silver?

They take a black color Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of reticular fibers in the body?

To provide a framework for the cells of the parenchymal organs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of the ground substance of connective tissue?

Hyaluronic acid Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ground substance in attaching cells to fibers?

Glycoprotein and hyaluronic acid work together Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of tissue fluid in the ground substance?

It is the medium through which cells take nutrients and oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of reticular fibers when stained with orcein?

They take a dark brown color Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ground substance in terms of nutrient and oxygen transport?

It allows for the transport of nutrients and oxygen through diffusion Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the staining of reticular fibers with H&E?

They are not visible Signup and view all the answers

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