NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -The large amount of amorphous ground substance gives the impression of a lot of space between the fibers and cells of loose connective tissue. For this reason, loose connective tissue is also referred to as areolar tissue (areola = a small open area). Figure 9. Loose connective tissue.

Detailed explanation-2: -Loose connective tissue (LCT), also called areolar tissue, belongs to the category of connective tissue proper. Its cellular content is highly abundant and varied. The ECM is composed of a moderate amount of ground substance and two main types of protein fibers: elastic and reticular fibers.

Detailed explanation-3: -The areolar tissue is a loose connective tissue that can be seen between the skin and muscles; in the bone marrow as well as around the blood vessels and nerves. The areolar tissue fills the spaces between the different organs and connects the skin to the underlying muscles.