Asked by Freedom Fighter Snoopyzwife215 on Apr 24, 2024
Which of the following correctly matches the type of cartilage to its description?
A) elastic cartilage-thick collagen fibers
B) hyaline cartilage-matrix appears uniform and glassy
C) articular cartilage-elastic cartilage
D) fibrocartilage-found at the ends of long bones.
Fibrocartilage
Cartilage with a matrix of strong collagenous fibers.
Hyaline Cartilage
Hyaline cartilage is a translucent type of cartilage found in areas such as the nose, trachea, and at the ends of bones, providing smooth surfaces for movement at joints.
Elastic Cartilage
Type of cartilage composed of elastic fibers, allowing greater flexibility.
- Identify the distinctions among types of cartilage and their relationships with skeletal structures.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the distinctions among types of cartilage and their relationships with skeletal structures.