Connective Tissues: The Human Body Lecture 3

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What is the general function of mesenchyme in connective tissues?

Produces red blood cells

Creates nerve impulses

Stores fat reserves

Differentiates into other types of cells (correct)

What is the main function of Mucous Connective Tissue?

Forms tendons and ligaments

Regulates body temperature

Stores excess nutrients

Supports the umbilical cord of the foetus (correct)

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

Areolar connective tissue (correct)

Adipose tissue

Dense regular connective tissue

Reticular connective tissue

What is a characteristic feature of Loose Connective Tissues?

Acts as a cushioning material Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue type consists of widely scattered fibroblasts embedded in a gel-like ground substance?

Mucous connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

In what phase is Mesenchyme connective tissue particularly important?

Development phase Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Dense Connective Tissue from Loose Connective Tissue?

Structural arrangement of fibers Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of brown adipose tissue (BAT) in newborns?

Generate heat to maintain body temperature Signup and view all the answers

Where can reticular connective tissue be found in the body?

Supporting framework of liver and spleen Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of dense regular connective tissue?

Provide strong attachment between various structures Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue has fewer cells compared to loose connective tissue?

Dense connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of collagen fibers in dense regular connective tissue?

Provide strong attachment between structures Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue type is mainly formed by collagen fibers arranged in bundles with fibroblasts in rows between them?

Dense regular connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What makes brown adipose tissue (BAT) different from white adipose tissue?

BAT generates heat to maintain body temperature 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 lacunae surrounded by perichondrium?

Pubic symphysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic appearance of hyaline cartilage under ordinary staining techniques?

Pink or purple staining Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage lacks perichondrium?

Elastic cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Where is elastic cartilage primarily found in the human body?

Lid on top of larynx (epiglottis) Signup and view all the answers

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

Elastic cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Where are chondrocytes arranged in a threadlike network of elastic fibers within the extracellular matrix?

External ear (auricle) Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone tissue consists of osteons (haversian systems)?

Compact bone Signup and view all the answers

Which component of blood is responsible for carrying out phagocytosis and mediating immune system responses?

White blood cells Signup and view all the answers

Where are lymph nodes primarily located in the body?

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

Which bone tissue serves as levers that work with muscle tissue to enable movement?

Compact bone Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of platelets in blood?

Essential for blood clotting 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

What is the primary function of red blood cells?

Transport oxygen and some carbon dioxide Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of lymphatic vessels in the body?

Carry lymph throughout the body Signup and view all the answers

Where are Osteoprogenitor Cells primarily found?

Within bone canals containing blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Osteoblasts in bone tissue?

Bone-building cells Signup and view all the answers

How do Osteocytes contribute to bone maintenance?

By maintaining daily metabolism and nutrient exchange with blood Signup and view all the answers

What initiates calcification in bone tissue?

Osteoblasts Signup and view all the answers

Where are Osteoclasts mainly concentrated in bone structure?

Concentrated in the endosteum Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells do not undergo cell division among the four primary bone cell types?

Osteocytes Signup and view all the answers

What happens to osteoblasts as they surround themselves with extracellular matrix?

Transform into osteocytes Signup and view all the answers

How do Osteoclasts differ from other bone cells in terms of origin?

Fusion of up to 50 monocytes Signup and view all the answers