Cartilage

Question 1

Consists of 1.____ occupy tiny space called 2.____ provides 3.____.

Answer 1

1. Cartilage cells or chondrocytes
2. Lacunae
3. Supports and protection

Question 2

How many types of cartilage are there? List them and how are they distinguished?

Answer 2

There are three types of cartilage, 
1. Hyaline cartilage 
2. Fibro cartilage 
3. Elastic cartilage. 
And they are distinguished by the type and amount of fibers embedded within the matrix.

Question 3

Describe hyaline cartilage.

Answer 3

Has a matrix that gives it a glassy appearance. Located in the respiratory tract, rib cage, and developing bone.

Question 4

Fibro cartilage.

Answer 4

Has a matrix reinforced with many collagenous fibers. It is a durable tissue adapted to withstand tension and developing bone.

Question 5

Elastic cartilage.

Answer 5

Elastic cartilage, presence of abundant elastic fibers, which makes very flexible and strong found in the outer ear (Pinnae), portions of the larynx and auditory canal.