Histology Questions
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The most abundant type of tissue; cells are far apart
Transport of gases, defense against pathogens, and coagulation are functions of what type of tissue?
What tissue functions in shock absorption due to its abundant collagen fibers throughout?
An ____ is a cylinder-shaped unit of compact bone.
Components of bone include an extracellular fluid matrix called _________ and formed elements.
Bone cells have many cytoplasmic processes that extend outward and pass through very small tubes in the extracellular matrix called
What type of cartilage makes up the intervertebral discs, menisci in the knees, and pubic symphysis?
Some structures, like the walls of arteries and the ligaments between the vertebrae, need to be able to stretch and recoil back to their original shape. What tissue gives them this quality?
Type of cartilage found in intervertebral discs of the vertebral column
Chondrocytes with lacunae, perichondrium, abundant collagenous fibers
-Stores and releases inorganic chemicals such as calcium and phosphorus-Provides attachment for muscles-Supports and protects body structures-It forms blood cells in the bone marrow
What type of cartilage has a dense network of elastic fibers?
Most blood cells form in __________ tissue in the red marrow of certain bones.
What is the specific name of the connective tissue layer that covers all cartilaginous structures?
The cartilage found in the external ear and parts of the larynx is __________ cartilage
The most flexible type of cartilage is _____________ cartilage due to its dense network of thin stretchy fibers.
T/F Torn cartilage heals slowly because it lacks a direct blood supply and nutrients have to be obtained by diffusion from the blood vessels in the surrounding perichondrium
A type of cartilage that forms a model for developing bones, provides a supportive framework and protects underlying tissue is _________.
___________ cartilage is present at the ends of long bones, tip of the nose and around the respiratory tract.
What type of connective tissue provides support and framework for the body, and forms structural models for many developing bones?