MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This type of connective tissue provide elasticity to the spinal column, large arteries, and the heart.
A
Elastic connective
B
Dense connective
C
Blood
D
Fibrocartilage
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Elastic cartilage is a type of dense connective tissue. Elastic cartilage connective tissue functions to impart strength and elasticity to the organ. One of the major elastic cartilage characteristics is that it is rich in elastic fibers.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is found in the dermis of the skin and pericardium (the supportive sac which encloses the heart). Elastic connective tissue is dominated by elastin fibers and is found in the parts of the body that need tissue with an ability to stretch, such as the lungs and arteries.

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