EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
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Question
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Which of the following connective tissues supports the soft tissues and reduces friction at joints?
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Cartilage
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Muscle tissue
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Bone tissue
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Fibrous connective tissue
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Cartilage functions as a flexible but strong connective tissue that protects the bones and joints by reducing friction and working as a shock absorber.
Detailed explanation-2: -Cartilage is a strong, flexible connective tissue that protects your joints and bones. It acts as a shock absorber throughout your body. Cartilage at the end of your bones reduces friction and prevents them from rubbing together when you use your joints.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hyaline cartilage which surrounds the articular surfaces and allows for painless movement of synovial joints by reducing friction is composed of chondrocytes embedded within an extracellular matrix made up of a macromolecular framework and water.
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