Less 1 Flashcards

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What is the main function of connective tissues?

A

To support, bind, and protect other tissues and organs.

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True or false: Connective tissues are the most abundant and widely distributed tissue type in the human body.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Connective tissues are characterized by an abundance of ________ in the extracellular matrix.

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Glyco proteins and hyaluronic acid

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What are the three main components of connective tissues?

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Cells, fibers,
and ground substance

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5
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Which type of connective tissue provides strength and flexibility to various body structures?

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Collagenous fibers

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6
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What is the most common cell type found in connective tissues?

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Fibroblasts

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Fill in the blank: Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue that stores ________.

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Fat

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What is the function of elastic fibers in connective tissues?

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To provide stretch and recoil properties

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9
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True or false: Blood is considered a type of connective tissue.

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True

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10
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What is the role of mast cells in connective tissues?

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To mediate inflammatory responses

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Which type of connective tissue is responsible for providing cushioning and support to organs?

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Adipose tissue

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Fill in the blank: Cartilage is a type of ________ tissue.

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Supportive Connective

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What is the function of reticular fibers in connective tissues?

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Structural support in cellular organs
forms a mesh like framework. In liver, spleen and lymph nodes.
To provide support and strength

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True or false: Connective tissues have a rich blood supply.

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False

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Which type of connective tissue is found in tendons and ligaments?

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Dense regular connective tissue

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Fill in the blank: Bone is a type of ________ tissue.

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Connective

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17
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What is the main function of loose connective tissue?

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To provide support and elasticity

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True or false: Connective tissues play a role in the immune response.

19
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What is the function of hyaline cartilage in connective tissues?

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To provide support and flexibility

20
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Which type of connective tissue is found in the dermis of the skin?

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Dense irregular connective tissue

21
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Fill in the blank: Tendons connect ________ to ________.

A

Muscles, bones

22
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What is the role of chondrocytes in connective tissues?

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To maintain cartilage matrix

23
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True or false: Connective tissues are primarily composed of cells.

24
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Which type of connective tissue is found in the walls of large arteries?

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Elastic connective tissue

25
Fill in the blank: Blood is composed of ________ cells suspended in plasma.
Formed
26
What is the function of fibrocartilage in connective tissues?
To provide shock absorption and support
27
True or false: Connective tissues are involved in wound healing and tissue repair.
True
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What is the main function of reticular connective tissue?
To provide structural support
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Which type of connective tissue is found in the spleen and lymph nodes?
Reticular connective tissue
30
Fill in the blank: Ligaments connect ________ to ________.
Bones, bones
31
What is the function of white blood cells in connective tissues?
To fight infection and foreign invaders
32
True or false: Connective tissues are contractile in nature.
False
33
Which type of connective tissue is found in the outer ear and epiglottis?
Elastic cartilage
34
Fill in the blank: Ligaments provide ________ to joints.
Stability
35
What is the function of macrophages in connective tissues?
To engulf and digest cellular debris and pathogens
36
True or false: Connective tissues play a role in maintaining body temperature.
True
37
Which type of connective tissue is found in the trachea and between vertebrae?
Fibrocartilage
38
Fill in the blank: Bone marrow is a type of ________ tissue.
Connective
39
What is the main function of elastic cartilage in connective tissues?
To provide support and flexibility
40
True or false: Connective tissues play a role in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.
True
41
Which type of connective tissue is found in the meniscus of the knee?
Fibrocartilage
42
Fill in the blank: Bone tissue is composed of mineralized ________ and ________.
Matrix, cells
43
What is the function of adipocytes in connective tissues?
To store fat and provide insulation
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True or false: Connective tissues play a role in transporting nutrients and waste products.
True