HISTOLOGY
CONNECTIVE TISSUE
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Question
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Which type of fiber is the thickest and has the highest strength?
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collagen
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elastin
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reticular
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Type I is the most prevalent type of collagen and constitutes about 90% of body collagen. It is the collagen found in the dermis of the skin, bone, tendon, fasciae, organ capsules and many other areas.
Detailed explanation-2: -Collagen fiber is the fiber in the extracellular matrix of connective tissues characterized by being elongated and made up of collagen glycoproteins. It is typically arranged in branching bundles of indefinite length. It is a strong insoluble fiber. It occurs in the skin, tendon, ligaments, bone, and cartilage.
Detailed explanation-3: -Elastic fibers are the third type of fibers in connective tissue. They are highly refractile, wavy, and thinner than collagens.
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