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Which type of connective tissue forms a framework for organs and tissues?
Which type of connective tissue forms a framework for organs and tissues?
- Areolar connective tissue
- Dense connective tissue
- Adipose connective tissue
- Reticular connective tissue (correct)
Which type of connective tissue is found below the skin and has little extracellular matrix?
Which type of connective tissue is found below the skin and has little extracellular matrix?
- Adipose connective tissue (correct)
- Dense connective tissue
- Areolar connective tissue
- Reticular connective tissue
Which type of connective tissue gives tissue strength?
Which type of connective tissue gives tissue strength?
- Fiberblasts
- Collagen fibers (correct)
- Reticular fibers
- Elastic fibers
Which specialized cell in connective tissue is responsible for storing fat?
Which specialized cell in connective tissue is responsible for storing fat?
Which category of connective tissue includes blood and lymph?
Which category of connective tissue includes blood and lymph?
Connective tissue is composed of cells and extracellular matrix.
Connective tissue is composed of cells and extracellular matrix.
There are three main categories of connective tissue: fluid, connective tissue proper, and supportive.
There are three main categories of connective tissue: fluid, connective tissue proper, and supportive.
Fiberblasts are specialized cells found in many types of connective tissue.
Fiberblasts are specialized cells found in many types of connective tissue.
Collagen fibers give connective tissue strength.
Collagen fibers give connective tissue strength.
Areolar connective tissue connects to underlying tissues and has collagen fibers and elastic fibers.
Areolar connective tissue connects to underlying tissues and has collagen fibers and elastic fibers.