Connective Tissue Quiz

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What is the primary function of connective tissue?

To produce hormones

To facilitate gas exchange

To provide cohesion and internal support (correct)

To generate electrical impulses

Which of the following cells is NOT typically found in connective tissue?

Mast cells

Fibroblasts

Adipocytes

Neurons (correct)

What constitutes the non-cellular substrate of connective tissue?

Muscle fibers

Skin and mucous membranes

Nervous tissue

Extracellular matrix (correct)

Which type of connective tissue is primarily responsible for mechanical functions?

Bone Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components is NOT a part of the extracellular matrix in connective tissue?

Neurotransmitters Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue contains fibroblasts, adipocytes, macrophages, and mast cells?

Connective tissue proper Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the extracellular matrix in connective tissues?

Transport metabolites Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of fibre found in connective tissue?

Myelin fibres Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is characterized by a network of loosely arranged fibres and numerous cells?

Loose connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What are glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) primarily responsible for in the extracellular matrix?

Absorbing water and forming proteoglycans Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a characteristic of cartilage, a type of supporting connective tissue?

Amorphous gelatinous matrix Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes dense connective tissue from loose connective tissue?

Greater fibre density Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is categorized as fluid connective tissue?

Blood Signup and view all the answers

Which type of loose connective tissue is primarily responsible for energy storage?

Adipose Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cellular component found in cartilage?

Chondrocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of fluid connective tissue?

Blood Signup and view all the answers

What type of dense connective tissue provides strength in one direction?

Dense regular Signup and view all the answers

Which specialized connective tissue is firmer than other connective tissues?

Cartilage Signup and view all the answers

What type of adipose tissue provides thermal insulation?

White adipose tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue is primarily responsible for supporting cells in lymph nodes?

Reticular Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage is found in intervertebral discs?

Fibrocartilage Signup and view all the answers