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Connective Tissue
Question | Answer |
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Large, star shaped Most common fixed cell Produce fibers by secreting proteins into the matrix | Fibroblast |
Play a role in immunity Specialized for phagocytosis Originate as white blood cells Clear foreign particles from tissues Important in the defense agasint infection | Macrophage |
Large and widely distributed Release heparin and histamine Usually located near blood vessels | Mast Cells |
Composed of mostly fibroblasts and bonds the skin to underlying organs | Loose Connective Tissue (Areolar) |
Found beneath the skin and around joints that fucntions in cushioning joints, insulation, and stores energy | Adipose Tissue |
Composed of thin, branched fibers of collagen and forms the framework of the lymph nodes and liver | Reticular Connective Tissue |
Very strong tissue that lacks a good blood supply and is located in tendons and ligaments | Dense Connective Tissue (regular) |
Contains yellow fibers and imparts an elastic quality to the spinal column | Elastic Connective Tissue |
Has a good blood supply and functions as a point of attatchment for muscles, support and protection | Bone |
Highly resistant to wear that is found on the ends of articulating bones | Hyaline Cartilage |
Serves as a shock-absorbing material between bones and is found in intervertebral disks | Fibrocartilage |
Provides strength and flexibility and located in the external ear and larynx | Elastic Cartilage |
Formed inside the bone and functions inlcude transportation of substances in the body | Blood |
Thicker, interwoven, and more randomly organized tissue found in the dermis | Dense Connective Tissue (irregular) |