10 Questions
What covers the surface of most cartilage?
Perichondrium
How does cartilage receive its nutrition?
Diffusion from the vessels in the perichondrium
What type of tissue is cartilage?
Specialized connective tissue
What type of cells can differentiate into chondroblasts?
Chondrogenic cells
Why does cartilage heal poorly following an injury?
Due to its avascular nature
What type of connective tissue is cartilage?
Dense irregular connective tissue
What covers the surface of most cartilage?
Perichondrium
What is the function of the perichondrium?
To cover the surface of most cartilage
What type of cells are chondrogenic cells?
Spindle-shaped narrow cells derived from mesenchymal cells
Why does cartilage heal poorly following an injury?
Due to its avascular nature and lack of blood supply
Test your knowledge on the characteristics and functions of cartilage, a specialized type of connective tissue found in various parts of the body. Learn about its composition, structure, and physiological roles.
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