GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIUM

EPITHELIAL TISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which connective tissue contains a gel-like matrix and is found in the nose, ear, and at the end of bones.
A
Bone
B
Cartilage
C
Blood
D
Adipose
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Cartilage is a unique tissue type because it doesn’t have blood vessels or nerves. Instead, cartilage cells (known as chondrocytes) are found in a gel-like “matrix” that provides nourishment to the cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cartilage is also the main tissue in some parts of your body including your: Nose. Ears.

Detailed explanation-3: -The nasal cartilages provide structure and support to the nose. They are primarily composed of hyaline cartilage, which is densely packed with collagen, a structural protein.

Detailed explanation-4: -Loose connective tissue works to hold organs in place and is made up of extracellular matrix and collagenous, elastic and reticular fibers. Dense connective tissue is what makes up tendons and ligaments and consist of a higher density of collagen fibers.

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