Connective Tissues: Fibrous and Adipose

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Which of the following is a primary function of adipose tissue?

  • Generating electrical signals
  • Providing a protective cushion (correct)
  • Transporting oxygen
  • Synthesizing hormones

Fibrous connective tissue is primarily composed of elastic fibers.

False (B)

List two locations in the body where you can find fibrous connective tissue.

Tendons, Ligaments

Adipose tissue functions as a heat ___________.

<p>insulator</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the tissue type with its characteristic.

<p>Fibrous Connective Tissue = Strong collagenous fibers Adipose Tissue = Stores fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for fibrous connective tissue?

<p>Dense connective tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Adipose tissue cells are loosely packed with a lot of matrix.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Beneath the skin, adipose tissue can be found in the ___________.

<p>hypodermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Fibrous connective tissues are mainly composed of strong __________ fibers.

<p>collagenous</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a location of adipose tissue?

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Fibrous Connective Tissue

Also known as dense connective tissue, it consists mainly of strong collagenous fibers that bind parts together.

Where is Fibrous Connective Tissue Found?

These tissues are found in tendons, ligaments, eyes, and the dermis of the skin.

Adipose Tissue

A specialized loose connective tissue that stores fat and acts as a heat insulator.

Where is Adipose Tissue Located?

Found beneath the skin (in the hypodermis), in certain abdominal membranes, oral cavity, and around the kidneys, heart, and various joints.

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Study Notes

Fibrous Connective Tissue

  • Also known as dense connective tissue.
  • Primarily composed of strong collagenous fibers that connect body parts.
  • Found in tendons, ligaments, eyes, and skin (dermis).

Adipose Tissue

  • Specialized loose connective tissue.
  • Stores fat, provides a protective cushion, and functions as a heat insulator.
  • Cells packed closely with little to no matrix.
  • Located beneath the skin (hypodermis), in certain abdominal membranes, the oral cavity, around the kidneys, heart, and various joints.

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