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Connective Tissue
functions and components
Question | Answer |
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List the 3 components if CT | 1. Extracellular fibers 2. Ground substance 3. Cells |
Which component of CT is responsible for shock abortion? | Ground Substance |
T or F. Ground substance discourages bacterial growth and infection. | True |
Which component of CT is responsible for nutrient/waste exchange? | Ground Substance |
List the two categories of cells found in CT | Fixed and Transient ( aka wandering) |
List the 3 fixed cells found in CT. | fibroblast, adipocyte, reticular |
Which fixed cell supports immune function? | reticular |
Which fixed cell secretes ground substance? | Fibroblast |
Name the metabolically active fixed CT cells. | Fibroblast |
List a few examples of fibroblasts. | osteoblast, chondroblast |
Which fixed CT cell plays roles in wound healing? | Fibroblasts |
Collagen is a strong fiber that provides _______ and ______ strength to organs and tissues. | tensile and compressive |