Connective Tissues - General Features and Types

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Which type of connective tissue provides tensile strength in many directions and is found in the region of dermis of skin, fibrous pericardium of heart, and joint capsules?

Reticular connective tissue

Dense irregular connective tissue (correct)

Supporting connective tissue

Elastic connective tissue

Where is elastic connective tissue predominantly found in the human body?

Lung tissue (correct)

Embryonic and fetal skeleton

Anterior ends of ribs

Nose

What is the most abundant type of cartilage in the body?

Hyaline cartilage (correct)

Elastic cartilage

Articular cartilage

Fibrocartilage

Which connective tissue type allows stretching and recoiling to its original shape, crucial for lung tissue and elastic arteries' normal function?

Elastic connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

Where can hyaline cartilage be found in the human body?

At ends of long bones Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is characterized by predominantly elastic fibers with fibroblasts interspersed between them and unstained tissue appearing yellowish?

Elastic connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of dense irregular connective tissue?

Provides tensile strength in many directions Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the body does not contain hyaline cartilage?

True vocal cords Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of mesenchyme (embryonic) connective tissue?

Giving rise to all other connective tissues Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mature connective tissue is like a 'packing material' around body structures?

Areolar connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

In what type of location would you typically find areolar connective tissue?

Around almost every body structure Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes loose connective tissues from dense connective tissues?

Their arrangement of cells Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is characteristic of mature connective tissues but not embryonic connective tissues?

Semi-fluid ground substance Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue protects the blood vessels in the umbilical cord?

Mucous connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage is the weakest and can be fractured?

Hyaline cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Where are prominent chondrocytes found in the body?

Pubic symphysis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage provides strength and rigidity?

Fibrocartilage Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the body is elastic cartilage found?

Larynx (epiglottis) Signup and view all the answers

Where can chondrocytes be found in a threadlike network of elastic fibers within extracellular matrix?

Auricle Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage maintains the shape of certain structures and provides strength and elasticity?

Elastic cartilage Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes hyaline cartilage from other types of cartilage?

Lacks perichondrium Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the body would you most likely find hyaline cartilage?

Portions of the menisci of knee Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of compact bone tissue?

Support, protection, and storage Signup and view all the answers

Where are red blood cells produced in the body?

Red bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of white blood cells within blood?

Carry on phagocytosis and mediate immune system responses Signup and view all the answers

Where are lymph nodes primarily located in the human body?

In various parts like the neck, armpits, and groin Signup and view all the answers

What fills the spaces between trabeculae in spongy bone tissue?

Red bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

Which component of blood is essential for blood clotting?

Platelets Signup and view all the answers

What do lamellae, lacunae, and canaliculi contribute to within compact bone tissue?

Support and protection Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?

Resorbing bone by releasing enzymes and acids Signup and view all the answers

Which structure in compact bone contains blood vessels and nerves?

Central canal Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of canaliculi in compact bone tissue?

Radiate from lacunae and communicate with neighboring osteocytes Signup and view all the answers

What do concentric lamellae in compact bone tissue resemble?

Growth rings of a tree Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an osteon surrounds an osteonic canal?

Concentric lamellae Signup and view all the answers

How do osteocytes communicate with neighboring cells in compact bone tissue?

Via canaliculi and gap junctions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the interconnected system of canals in compact bone tissue?

Allow for nutrient exchange within the bone Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the tiny spaces between concentric lamellae in compact bone?

To contain osteocytes Signup and view all the answers