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What characteristic limits the healing process of cartilage?
Which type of cartilage is primarily found at the ends of bones and supports respiratory passages?
What is one unique feature of fibrocartilage?
What is the primary function of bone tissue?
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Where are osteocytes located within bone tissue?
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How does bone compare to cartilage in terms of blood supply?
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What components primarily make up blood?
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What is the role of the perichondrium in cartilaginous structures?
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What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?
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Which of the following describes the major function of connective tissue?
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What characterized connective tissues compared to epithelial tissues?
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Which cell type in connective tissue is primarily responsible for secreting fibers?
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What role do wandering macrophages play in the body?
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Which connective tissue cell type releases heparin and histamine?
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What distinguishes muscular tissue from other tissue types?
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Which type of tissue is primarily characterized by its abundant intercellular material?
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What is the primary protein found in strong collagenous fibers that contribute to their strength?
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Which type of connective tissue is primarily responsible for storing fat?
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What characteristic do elastic fibers provide to connective tissues?
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What type of fibers forms supportive networks in various tissues?
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Which type of connective tissue lacks a good blood supply but consists of densely packed collagenous fibers?
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Where is loose connective tissue typically found?
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What is a primary function of cartilage in the body?
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Which type of connective tissue primarily consists of fibroblasts and a gel-like ground substance?
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