18. Cartilage Flashcards
1
Q
what is cartilage a type of
A
connective tissue
2
Q
what are the qualities of cartilage structurally - 3 things
A
flexible
resilient
great tensile strength
3
Q
what are the 3 types of cartilage
A
hyaline
elastic
fibrocartilage
4
Q
where is hyaline cartilage found
A
in most joints
5
Q
what is the function of hyaline cartilage
A
absorb shock
6
Q
where is elastic cartilage found
A
upper ear and epiglottis
7
Q
where is fibrocartilage found
A
intervertebral discs
