anatomy connective tissue Flashcards
functions of connective tissues
Movement (bones moving)
fluid and solute transportation
physical protection
fat storage
all connective tissue must have :
specialized cells and extracellular matrix/liquid ground substance
Connective tissue that stores energy, insulates and protects body organs that it is wrapped around is called:
adipose
Another name for osseous tissue is:
bone
The most widely distributed connective tissue in the body is :
Loose connective
Why is blood considered a connective tissue?
Because it connects all systems of the body and transports oxygen, wastes and nutrients, specialized cells and ground substance
3 types of cartialge
Hyaline
elastic
fibrocartilage
Found between bones at joints, larynx, trachea, bronchi, nasal septum
Hyaline cartilage
Found in the ear, epioglottis, acoustic canal
elastic cartilage
Found between vertebrae, pubic bones, knee padding
fibrocartilage
what locations are dense connective tissue found in? What about it makes it well suited for this location?
Found between skeletal bones + muscles
It is well suited for this location because it is strong and firm, allowing for strong protection for the bones and muscles.
What type of cells are found in connective tissue proper?
Fibroblasts
Macrophages
Fat cells
Mast cells
other white cells
make fibers
Fibroblasts
large eaters
Macrophages
adipose
Fat cells
