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Where is elastic cartilage located?
Where is elastic cartilage located?
- Radius, ulna, humerus
- Femur, tibia, fibula
- Auricle of the ear, external auditory canal, epiglottis (correct)
- Knee joint, elbow joint, hip joint
How does the abundance of chondrocytes in elastic cartilage compare to hyaline cartilage?
How does the abundance of chondrocytes in elastic cartilage compare to hyaline cartilage?
- Chondrocytes are less abundant and smaller
- Chondrocytes are absent
- Chondrocytes are similar in abundance and size
- Chondrocytes are more abundant and larger (correct)
What is the difference in appearance between elastic cartilage and hyaline cartilage?
What is the difference in appearance between elastic cartilage and hyaline cartilage?
- Hyaline cartilage is yellow in colour and more opaque than elastic cartilage
- Elastic cartilage is yellow in colour and more opaque than hyaline cartilage (correct)
- Both elastic and hyaline cartilage are transparent
- Elastic cartilage is transparent
Study Notes
Elastic Cartilage Characteristics
- Elastic cartilage is located in the external ear and epiglottis
- Elastic cartilage has a higher abundance of chondrocytes compared to hyaline cartilage
- Elastic cartilage has a more transparent and flexible appearance compared to hyaline cartilage, which is more opaque and rigid
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Test your knowledge on the characteristics of elastic cartilage found in various parts of the human body, including the ear, eustachian tube, and epiglottis. Learn about its similarities and differences with hyaline cartilage, as well as its unique features.
