Connective Tissues Flashcards
What are the primary functions of connective tissues?
To support, bind together, and protect tissues and organs.
True or False: Connective tissues are the most abundant and widely distributed tissues in the body.
True
Fill in the blank: Connective tissues are composed of cells and __________.
extracellular matrix
What are the two main components of the extracellular matrix?
Fibers and ground substance.
Name the three types of fibers found in connective tissues.
Collagen fibers, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers.
Which type of connective tissue stores fat?
Adipose tissue.
True or False: Blood is considered a type of connective tissue.
True
What is the primary cell type found in cartilage?
Chondrocytes.
Multiple Choice: Which type of connective tissue is responsible for connecting muscles to bones?
Tendons
What is the function of osteocytes?
To maintain bone tissue.
Fill in the blank: The primary function of elastic fibers is to provide __________.
stretch and elasticity.
True or False: Fibroblasts are the most common cells in connective tissues.
True
What type of connective tissue acts as a shock absorber in joints?
Cartilage.
Multiple Choice: Which type of connective tissue has a liquid matrix?
Blood
What is the primary role of reticular fibers?
To form a supportive network in soft tissues.
Fill in the blank: The ground substance of connective tissue can be liquid, gel-like, or __________.
solid.
True or False: Connective tissues can regenerate more easily than epithelial tissues.
False
What type of connective tissue forms the framework of the liver and spleen?
Reticular connective tissue.
Multiple Choice: Which type of connective tissue is characterized by a dense arrangement of collagen fibers?
Dense regular connective tissue
What is the main role of adipocytes?
To store energy in the form of fat.
Fill in the blank: The term __________ refers to the cells that produce collagen and other fibers in connective tissues.
fibroblasts.
True or False: Loose connective tissue is more flexible than dense connective tissue.
True
What type of connective tissue is found in the tendons and ligaments?
Dense connective tissue.
Multiple Choice: Which type of connective tissue supports the skin and is found beneath epithelial tissues?
Areolar connective tissue
