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Which of these options are correct? (Select all that apply)

  • Hyaline cartilage (correct)
  • Fibrocartilage (correct)
  • Connective Tissue (correct)
  • Perichondrium (correct)
  • Elastic cartilage (correct)

Where is hyaline cartilage found?

Trachea, costal cartilage

Where is elastic cartilage found?

Epiglottis, external ear

Where is fibrocartilage found?

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Cartilage is vascular and gets nourishment from blood vessels in the outer part of perichondrium.

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What is the fibrous tissue surrounding the cartilage plate called?

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Hyaline cartilage fibers are demonstrable.

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What are the groups of chondrocytes in the center of a hyaline cartilage plate called?

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What stain is used to visualize elastic cartilage?

<p>Mallory's Phosphotungstic Acid Hematoxylin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of elastic cartilage?

<p>Lacunae (A), Cell families (B), Chondrocytes (C), Matrix (D), Perichondrium (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Elastic fibers are demonstrable by H&E stain.

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Fibrocartilage is largely composed of dense collagenous CT.

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Fibrocartilage has a perichondrium.

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Fibrocartilage is avascular within the cartilage plate.

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What are the components of fibrocartilage?

<p>Collagenous fibers, matrix, cartilage cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bone is the least differentiated connective tissue.

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What are the two main types of bone?

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What is the ground substance of bone called?

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What are the cells of bone called?

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Compact bone binds, supports, and protects organs.

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What are the units of compact bone tissue called?

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Osteons are cylindrical structures that contain only a mineral matrix.

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Bone marrow is responsible for hematopoiesis.

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What are the components of bone marrow?

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What is the function of blood?

<p>Transports hormones, nutrients, and cells all over the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Blood is a type of connective tissue.

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What are the main components of blood?

<p>White blood cells, red blood cells, platelets</p> Signup and view all the answers

Blood is formed from the hematopoietic CT found inside the spleen.

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Which of the following blood cells are responsible for oxygen and carbon dioxide transport?

<p>Red blood cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lymphocytes are responsible for blood clotting during wounds.

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Hemopoiesis, also known as blood formation, begins in the liver.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of Marfan Syndrome?

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Marfan Syndrome affects only skeletal tissue.

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Flashcards

Cartilage

A specialized connective tissue consisting of chondrocytes and extracellular fibers embedded in a gel-like matrix.

Chondrocytes

Cells found in cartilage tissue.

Perichondrium

The fibrous tissue surrounding cartilage, providing nourishment and support.

Hyaline Cartilage

A type of cartilage characterized by its smooth, glassy appearance and lack of visible fibers. Found in the trachea, costal cartilage, and nose.

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Elastic Cartilage

A type of cartilage that contains elastic fibers, giving it flexibility. Found in the epiglottis and ear.

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Fibrocartilage

A strong, dense type of cartilage with a high collagen content. Found in intervertebral discs.

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Cartilage Matrix

The solid, non-living, extracellular material that surrounds the cells in cartilage tissue.

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Vascularity

The presence of blood vessels in a tissue.

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Cell Nests

Groups of chondrocytes found within lacunae in the cartilage matrix.

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Bone

The most highly differentiated form of connective tissue, providing structure and support.

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Osteocytes

The cells responsible for bone formation and maintenance.

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Bone Matrix

The non-living, calcified material that makes up the bulk of bone tissue, providing strength and hardness.

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Compact Bone

The hard, dense outer layer of bone.

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Spongy Bone

The lighter, porous inner layer of bone, containing red bone marrow.

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Osteons (Haversian Systems)

Cylindrical structures within compact bone that contain blood vessels and osteocytes.

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Canaliculi

Small canals that connect osteocytes to each other and to blood vessels within osteons.

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Bone Marrow

The soft tissue found within the cavities of bones, responsible for blood cell production.

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Hematopoiesis

The process of blood cell formation.

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Blood

Fluid connective tissue that transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste products throughout the body.

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Erythrocytes

Red blood cells, responsible for carrying oxygen to the body's tissues.

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Leukocytes

White blood cells, responsible for fighting infections.

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Neutrophils

A type of leukocyte that is the first responder to bacterial infections.

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Eosinophils

A type of leukocyte that helps defend against parasitic infections and allergic reactions.

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Basophils

A type of leukocyte that plays a role in allergic reactions and inflammation.

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Lymphocytes

A type of leukocyte that helps produce antibodies to fight infections.

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Monocytes

A type of leukocyte that can differentiate into macrophages.

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Macrophages

Large, phagocytic white blood cells that engulf pathogens and cellular debris.

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Platelets

Small, cell fragments that play a crucial role in blood clotting.

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Marfan Syndrome

An inherited disorder that affects connective tissue, resulting in weakness and instability.

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Study Notes

Types of Cartilage

  • Hyaline cartilage is found in the trachea, costal cartilage
  • Elastic cartilage is found in the epiglottis, external ear
  • Fibrocartilage is found in the intervertebral disc

Cartilage

  • Cartilage is a specialized connective tissue
  • It consists of chondrocytes and extracellular fibers
  • Embedded in an amorphous, gel-like matrix
  • Chondrocytes are cells within the cartilage

Cartilage Matrix

  • The matrix gives cartilage resilience
  • Allows it to withstand mechanical stress without distortion

Cartilage Vascularity

  • Cartilage is avascular
  • Nourishment comes from blood vessels in the perichondrium
  • Perichondrium surrounds the cartilage

Perichondrium

  • The fibrous tissue surrounding the cartilage
  • A condensation of the deeper part of the tunica propria

Hyaline Cartilage

  • Characterized by a homogenous matrix without demonstrable fibers
  • Chondrocytes within lacunae, arranged in groups (cell nests) in the center

Elastic Cartilage

  • Contains elastic fibers
  • Differentiated from hyaline cartilage by the presence of elastic fibers
  • Typically stained with Mallory's Phosphotungstic Acid Hematoxylin

Fibrocartilage

  • Dense fibrous nature
  • Largely composed of dense collagenous CT
  • Contains islands of hyaline cartilage matrix with spherical chondrocytes

Fibrocartilage (continued)

  • Lacks perichondrium
  • Avascular (no blood vessels)
  • Transitions between cartilage and dense CT

Bones

  • The most highly differentiated connective tissue
  • Forms the skeleton
  • Rigid

Types of Bones

  • Compact bone
  • Spongy bone

Ground Bone

  • Consists of Haversian lamellae
  • Osteocytes within lacunae

Compact Bone

  • Supports and protects organs
  • Forms the skeleton

Osteon

  • Units in compact bone tissue
  • Cylindrical structures
  • Contain mineral matrix and living osteocytes
  • Connected by canaliculi (blood transport)

Bone Marrow

  • Responsible for hematopoiesis (blood cell production)

Blood

  • Transports hormones, nutrients and cells throughout the body
  • A fluid connective tissue
  • Formed in the hematopoietic CT of bone marrow
  • Contains erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets

Hematopoiesis

  • Blood cell formation
  • Occurs in the yolk sac, liver, and bone marrow during development
  • Primarily in bone marrow after birth

Marfan Syndrome

  • Inherited disorder affecting connective tissue
  • Lacks connective tissue strength

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Test your understanding of the different types of cartilage, including hyaline, elastic, and fibrocartilage. Explore the characteristics, functions, and structural components of cartilage and its matrix. This quiz will help reinforce your knowledge of this specialized connective tissue.

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