GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Cartilage is a non-vascular type of supporting connective tissue that is found throughout the body . Cartilage is a flexible connective tissue that differs from bone in several ways; it is avascular and its microarchitecture is less organized than bone.

Detailed explanation-2: -cartilage: A type of dense, non-vascular connective tissue, usually found at the end of joints, the rib cage, the ear, the nose, in the throat, and between intervertebral disks.

Detailed explanation-3: -Connective tissues can have various levels of vascularity. Cartilage is avascular, while dense connective tissue is poorly vascularized.

Detailed explanation-4: -Connective tissues connect one tissue to one another, acts as support, cushions and insulates, encloses organs, and in some cases stores compounds such as calcium, phosphorous, and fats. Most connective tissues are highly vascular (contain blood vessels).

Detailed explanation-5: -It is the nature of the matrix that defines the properties of these connective tissues. Cartilage is thin, avascular, flexible and resistant to compressive forces. Bone is highly vascularised, and its calcified matrix makes it very strong.