12 Questions
What is the main function of connective tissues?
Insulation
Which of the following is NOT a major class of connective tissue?
Muscle tissue
Which connective tissue class has a rich supply of blood vessels?
Bone
What is the function of the extracellular matrix in connective tissues?
Separation of living cells
Where do all connective tissues arise from?
Mesenchyme
'Each adopted to perform a specific function in the body' refers to the ___________ in connective tissues.
Diversity
Which type of fibers in connective tissue provides high tensile strength to the matrix?
Collagen fibers
What are the function(s) of ground substance in connective tissue?
Act as a molecular sieve
What are the three main elements of connective tissue (C.T)?
Ground substance, fibers, and cells
Which component of ground substance forms huge aggregates that trap water?
Glycosaminoglycans (GAG)
What is the primary function of fibroblasts in connective tissue?
Secrete ground substance and fibers
What distinguishes reticular fibers from collagen and elastic fibers in connective tissue?
They form delicate networks around small blood vessels
Explore the characteristics, classes, and functions of connective tissue in the human body. Learn about the common origins and features shared by different types of connective tissues.
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