12 Questions
What is the primary function of connective tissue in protecting the body?
Protection against toxins and tissue injury
Which cell type gives rise to connective tissue?
Mesenchyme cells
What role does adipose tissue play in the body?
Cushioning and insulation
How do tendons differ from ligaments in their function within the body?
Tendons attach muscle to bone, while ligaments hold bones together
What substances are found in the matrix of connective tissue?
Ground substances and glues
What is the source of connective tissue's binding ability with other tissues in the body?
Ground substances acting as glues
What is the primary function of bones in the skeletal system?
To provide rigid support for the body
Which connective tissue allows water, salts, and various nutrients to diffuse through to adjacent cells?
Areolar tissue
What characterizes fluid connective tissues like blood and lymph?
Contain salts, nutrients, and dissolved proteins
What is the primary function of adipose tissue (fat) in the body?
Store high-energy molecules
Which connective tissue provides elasticity, tensile strength, and connects and supports other tissues?
Areolar tissue
What are the two types of adipose tissue?
White and Brown adipose tissue
Learn about the diverse primary group of tissues that support and connect all other tissues in the body. Discover how connective tissues form bones, bind muscles and skin together, and originate from mesenchyme cells. Explore the matrix and functions of connective tissues.
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