Chapter 4: Supportive Connective Tissue

Question 1

Hyaline Cartilage

Answer 1

*Matrix: Rubber (collagen and elastin)
*Cells: Chondrocyte
*Function: Support, reinforce, cushion, and resist compression.
*Location: forms the costal cartilage, found in embryonic skeleton and end of long bones, nose , trachea and the larynx

Question 2

Elastic Cartilage

Answer 2

*Matrix: Rubbery (Elastin fibers)
*Cells: Chondrocytes
*Functions: Maintains shape and structure allowing flexibility. Support the external ear and epiglottis
*Location: ear, epiglottis, and the larynx

Question 3

Fibrocartiage

Answer 3

*Matrix: dense
*Cells: chondrocytes
*Function: Provides tensile strength and absorbs compression shock.
*Location: Between the vertebrae and menisci

Question 4

Bone

Answer 4

*Matrix: Solid
*Cells: osteocytes
*Function: Support and protection
*Location: the skeleton