C.T. Fibers Flashcards
1
Q
there are 3 kinds of tissue fibers. what are they?
A
- collagen fibers
- elastic fibers
- reticular fibers
2
Q
what is the primary fiber type?
A
collagen
3
Q
collagen is composed of?
A
protein and collagen
4
Q
collagen is the main tissue fiber for all C.T. except for?
A
blood
5
Q
elastic is embedded in the protein by?
A
microfilaments
6
Q
what stretches and returns to original form?
A
elastin
7
Q
what is an example for elastic?
A
soft palate
8
Q
reticular is seen in what structures?
A
embryonic structures
9
Q
describe reticulin
A
a mesh-like arrangements
10
Q
reticular is also not as
A
common
