Lab 2 Definitions Flashcards
1
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Connective tissue
A
Most diverse and abundant class of tissue
2
Q
Extracellular matrix
A
2 main components protein fibers and ground substance
3
Q
Collagen fibers
A
Strong and have a rope like structure
4
Q
Elastic fibers
A
Have the ability to stretch and return to their original shape
5
Q
Fibroblast
A
Responsible for producing the extracellular matrix
6
Q
Storma
A
Framework for support in the tissue
7
Q
Chondrocytes
A
Cartilage cells
8
Q
Lacunae
A
Spaces
9
Q
Osteon
A
Significant amount of matrix with few spaces
10
Q
Osteocytes
A
Cells within lacunae
11
Q
Central canal
A
Space in the center of an osteon
12
Q
Leukocytes
A
White blood cells
13
Q
Erythrocytes
A
Red blood cells
14
Q
Platelets
A
Blood clots
15
Q
Perikaryon
A
Soma
16
Q
Epidermis
A
Thinner, more superficial layer comprised of connective tissue
17
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Dermis
A
Thicker, deeper layer comprised of connective tissue
