Connective Tissue Quiz

Which tissue type is derived from mesoderm?

Connective tissue

What is the function of connective tissue?

Provide support and protection

Which cells are derived from mesenchyme?

Osteocytes

What is the extracellular matrix in connective tissue composed of?

Fibers and ground substance Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue has a liquid consistency?

Blood Signup and view all the answers

Which cells in connective tissue have names that end in -cyte?

Chondroblasts Signup and view all the answers

Which component of connective tissue stores energy reserves?

Adipose tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which cells in connective tissue have names that end in -blast?

Fibroblasts Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue has a gel-like consistency?

Cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Which cells in connective tissue are multipotent and undifferentiated?

Mesenchymal cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells differentiate into dentin forming odontoblasts, pulp, and periodontal ligament?

Mesenchymal cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of fibroblasts?

Producing fibers and ground substance Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells are modified fibroblasts with properties between fibroblasts and smooth muscle cells?

Myofibroblasts Signup and view all the answers

Where can adipocytes be found in the body?

Beneath the skin and around internal organs Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of adipocytes?

Protection, energy store, and thermoregulation Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells originate from pluripotent cells in bone marrow?

Transitory cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of myofibroblasts in the formation of teeth?

Actively participate in the formation of the root of the teeth Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells store triglycerides?

Adipocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of fibrocytes?

Maintain the connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

Where do mesenchymal cells normally exist?

During embryonic stages and some could last through adulthood Signup and view all the answers