CONNECTIVE TISSUES Flashcards
Where would you find this tissue in the body?
in the papillary layer of the dermis, around organs, etc..
What cell type indicated by F? what is the function of the cell?
Fibroblast, makes up the ECM.
What is the structure indicated by 2. What function does this structure provide?
Collagen fibers. it prevents tissue from tearing.
What is the FUNCTION of Areolar connective tissue?
Binds cell and organs together
ID the tissue
Areola connective tissue
Where in the body would you find Adipose connective tissue?
All over your body, it’s fat.
- around internal organs
What are the 4 function of the Adipose connective tissue?
- Serves for fat storage,
- insulation, & support
- energy reserve
What cell type is found in this tissue? What substance is found in the cell?
Adipocyte: triglyceride is filled in the cell
ID the connective tissue
Reticular Connective Tissue
Where in the body would you find Reticular connective tissue?
Soft organs: spleen, lymph nodes, kidneys, liver & bone barrow
What is the functional role of the Reticular connective tissue?
latches tissue together & forms a scaffolding stabilizes soft organs
ID the structure indicated by RF. What is the function of this structure?
Reticular Fibers: forms a scaffolding holds soft organs together
What would happen to your body if the Reticular Connective Tissue was eliminated?
soft organs will dissolve into a mush of cells
ID the tissue
Dense Irregular connective tissue
Where would you find Dense irregular connective tissue?
Found in dermis of skin (reticular layer)
What is the function of dense irregular connective tissue?
Structural integrity (durable)
ID the tissue
Dense Regular connective tissue
Where would you find Dense Regular Connective Tissue?
Found in ligaments and tendons