HISTOLOGY
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
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Question
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Because of its extracellular matrix, connective tissue ____
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can usually bear weight, endure physical abuses, and withstand great tension.
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is always weak and tears easily.
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bone. Bone is the hardest connective tissue. It provides protection to internal organs and supports the body. Bone’s rigid extracellular matrix contains mostly collagen fibers embedded in a mineralized ground substance containing hydroxyapatite, a form of calcium phosphate.
Detailed explanation-2: -Collagenous fibers: large, strong fibers, mostly commonly Type I collagen, that provides high tensile strength to the extracellular matrix, found in dense and loose connective tissue.
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