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Which of the following are functions of connective tissue? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are functions of connective tissue? (Select all that apply)
What provides protection in connective tissue?
What provides protection in connective tissue?
Cells of the immune system and blood
What substances does blood transport throughout the body?
What substances does blood transport throughout the body?
Gases, nutrients, enzymes, hormones, and cells of the immune system
What role does connective tissue play in supporting and moving?
What role does connective tissue play in supporting and moving?
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What does adipose tissue store?
What does adipose tissue store?
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How does adipose tissue contribute to insulation?
How does adipose tissue contribute to insulation?
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What is the function of ligaments in connective tissue?
What is the function of ligaments in connective tissue?
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Connective tissue forms capsules around organs, such as the _____ and _____
Connective tissue forms capsules around organs, such as the _____ and _____
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Match the following functions of connective tissue with their descriptions:
Match the following functions of connective tissue with their descriptions:
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Functions of Connective Tissue
- Encloses and separates organs via connective tissue sheets, creating capsules around structures like the liver and kidneys.
- Connects different tissues, exemplified by tendons attaching muscles to bones and ligaments linking bones together.
- Provides support and movement through the skeletal system, where bones offer rigidity and cartilage supports softer structures such as the ears and joints.
- Stores energy in adipose tissue and essential minerals like calcium and phosphate in bones.
- Cushions and protects surrounding tissues; adipose tissue acts as a shock absorber and insulator beneath the skin.
- Transports vital substances in blood, including gases, nutrients, hormones, and immune cells.
- Protects the body through immune system cells, blood components, and bony structures that shield organs from injury and pathogens.
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Explore the vital roles of connective tissue in the body. This quiz covers its functions, including support, protection, transportation, and energy storage. Gain a deeper understanding of how connective tissue contributes to overall health and bodily functions.