Cartilage Flashcards
1
Q
HYALINE CARTILAGE
A
Most abundant
Contains numerous chondrocytes
Provides smooth surfaces enabling tissues to move easily over each other
Provides flexibility and support
2
Q
FIBROCARTILAGE
A
Tough form of cartilage
Consists of chondrocytes scattered among clearly visible dense bundles of collagen fibres within matrix
Provides support and rigidity to attached/surrounding structures
Strongest type of cartilage
3
Q
ELASTIC CARTILAGE
A
Chondrocytes located in threadlike network of elastic fibres within matrix
Provides support to surrounding structures and helps define and maintain shape of area
