Outline 1: Connective Tissue Flashcards
Connective tissue consists of:
- Cells (similar in all connective tissues)
2. Matrix (different among connective tissues)
The matrix of connective tissue consists of:
Ground substance and fibers
Name the types of fibers found in connective tissues.
Collagen and elastin
Elastin fibers are (branched/parallel). Collagen fibers are (branched/parallel).
Branched; parallel
Describe the ground substance found in proper connective tissue. In cartilage? In bone?
Proper connective tissue: thin gel
Cartilage: firm gel
Bone: impregnated with inorganic salts
Name the types of connective tissue.
Proper and specialized
How does specialized connective tissue differ from proper connective tissue?
Specialized is solid
Specialized connective tissue resists (X).
X = pull (tension) and pressure (compression)
What are the types of proper connective tissue?
Dense and loose
Function(s) of loose connective tissue.
Connects (does not support)
Superficial fascia is specifically which type of connective tissue? And deep fascia?
Superficial: loose, proper
Deep: dense, proper
Tendons and ligaments are, respectively, which type(s) of connective tissue?
Both are dense, proper connective tissue
Fascia functions to store (X). What are additional functions?
Stores: Water and fat
Also: mechanically protects against blows, serves as pathway for nerves/blood vessels into/out of muscles
Functions of connective tissue:
- Connect, protect, support body organs
2. Store energy reserves as fat
Which type of connective tissue insulates?
Superficial fascia
(X) fascia blends with (Y) to connect to bone.
X = deep Y = periosteum
Septa is a example of which type of connective tissue?
Deep fascia
Septa is located in (X) and functions to…
X = limbs
Functions to separate anterior (flexor) muscles from posterior (extensor) muscles
Internal fascia connects (X) and (Y) to (Z).
X = pleura Y = peritoneum Z = body wall