Connective Tissue gr11

What is connective tissue?

The most common tissue in the body that supports and joins other tissues together, fills spaces, protects organs, and stores fat.

What are the three types of connective tissue?

Hard, soft, and circulating connective tissue.

What is the structure of areolar tissue?

A jelly-like matrix containing a mesh of fibers and cells.

Where is adipose tissue located?

Around organs like kidneys and heart, and under the skin.

What is the primary function of adipose tissue?

Storage of fat as a source of energy and protection of internal organs.

What is the function of white fibrous tissue (tendons)?

Forms tendons that attach skeletal muscle to bone and also forms valves of heart chambers.

What distinguishes yellow elastic tissue (ligaments) in structure?

It has a dense network of yellow elastic fibers, which are yellow in color.

Where is hyaline cartilage located?

Between bones, intervertebral discs, tip of the nose, trachea, and larynx.

What is a major function of hyaline cartilage?

Covers and protects ends of bones and acts as a shock absorber in joints.

What are the characteristics of yellow elastic cartilage?

It has yellow elastic fibers in a matrix that is soft and rubbery.

What is the role of white fibrous cartilage?

It deepens joint sockets and acts as a shock absorber to prevent dislocation.