GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CARTILAGE

TYPES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Most abundant form of cartilage that is found connecting ribs to sternum and at the articulations of bones
A
Fibrocartilage
B
Elastic cartilage
C
Hyaline cartilage
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The costal cartilages are bars of hyaline cartilage that serve to prolong the ribs forward and contribute to the elasticity of the walls of the thorax. Costal cartilage is only found at the anterior ends of the ribs, providing medial extension.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hyaline cartilage is the most common type of cartilage in your body. It lines your joints and caps the ends of your bones. Hyaline cartilage at the ends of your bones is sometimes referred to as articular cartilage.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hyaline cartilage is the most common type in the body. This cartilage type is found in the larynx, nose, ribs, and trachea. A very thin layer of cartilage is also present on bony surfaces, such as over joints, to cushion them. This hyaline cartilage is known as articular cartilage.

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