CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
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Question
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The types of fibers found in connective tissues are? (Check all that apply)
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collagenous
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elastic
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Loose and dense connective tissue are made up of the following three fibers: collagen fibers, reticular fibers, and elastin fibers.
Detailed explanation-2: -Elastic fibres are essential extracellular matrix macromolecules comprising an elastin core surrounded by a mantle of fibrillin-rich microfibrils. They endow connective tissues such as blood vessels, lungs and skin with the critical properties of elasticity and resilience.
Detailed explanation-3: -Three main types of fibers are secreted by fibroblasts: collagen fibers, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers.
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