EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
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Question
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Which type of these cells found in areolar connective tissue secretes proteins into the matrix to make fibres?
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Fibroblasts
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Chondrocytes
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Mast cells
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Macrophages
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Fibroblasts are a type of cell found in areolar tissue involved in the production of protein fibers of the extracellular matrix.
Detailed explanation-2: -Areolar tissue contains fibroblasts, macrophages and mast cells.
Detailed explanation-3: -Fibroblasts are the most common cell in connective tissue and connective tissues permanent residents. They secrete the fibers (notably collagen and elastin) and ground substance of the extracellular matrix.
Detailed explanation-4: -Fibroblasts. These are the least specialised of all the cells. They are mainly responsible for secreting the non-rigid extracellular matrix including the fibres: collagen, elastin or fibronectin.
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