Chapter 2.5 (page 41)

Question 1

Name three structures of the body that are supported by elastic cartilage.

Answer 1

Pinna of the ear

Epiglottis

Tip of the nose

Question 2

________________ is responsible for production of cartilage.

Answer 2

Chondroblast

Question 3

This supports the conducting pathways of the respiratory tract and connects the sternum to the ribs.

Answer 3

Hyaline Cartilage

Question 4

________________ occupies a space within the cartilaginous matrix but is not involved in cell division.

Answer 4

Chondrocyte

Question 5

Fill in the blanks:

______: Transports materials

______: Carries oxygen

______: Destroys Pathogens

______: Prevents blood loss

Answer 5

Plasma

RBC

WBC

Platelets