Cartilage Flashcards
1
Q
cartilage
A
supporting CT
2
Q
chondroblasts
A
cells that produce matrix that makes up cartilage tissue
3
Q
chondrocytes
A
cartilage cells
4
Q
hyaline cartilage
A
most common type found in the body
smooth, shiny, glassy appearance
5
Q
articular cartilage
A
protects end of bones
6
Q
fibrocartilage
A
strongest of the 3, not very flexible
intervertebral discs
7
Q
elastic cartilage
A
most flexible, not much protect or weight bearing
8
Q
interstitial growth
A
growth from within the tissue
9
Q
appositional growth
A
growth from outside
