Ground Substance Flashcards
1
Q
What does the ground substance do?
A
It fills the space between cells and surrounds connective tissue fibers
2
Q
What does ground substance look like?
A
Clear, colorless, and like maple syrup
3
Q
What else does ground substance do?
A
Slows down the movement of bacteria and other pathogens
4
Q
What is loose connective tissue?
A
It fills the space between organs providing cushion and support, anchor blood vessels and nerves, store lipids, and provides a route for diffusion
5
Q
What is dense connective tissue?
A
Resists tension, interconnect bone and muscle, enclose internal organs and joints
