MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which type of connective tissue tightly binds the skin to the muscle underneath?
A
areolar tissue
B
adipose tissue
C
elastic cartilage
D
reticular tissue
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Areolar connective tissue joins the skin and muscles as it is dense and irregular in nature. It has a gel-like matrix made of cells and fibres. It is also called loose connective tissue and helps in holding the epithelial tissues to cells beneath.

Detailed explanation-2: -Areolar connective tissue is found between the skin and muscles and connects the skin to underlying muscles.

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