Three types of Cartilage (connective tissue)
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Hyline Cartilage
Most common type of Cartilage. Composed of: Abundant collagen fibers and a rubbery matrix. Located: Larynx, entire fetal skeleton, costal cartilage (of ribs), ends of long bones, cartilage of nose and trachea
Elastic Cartilage
Provides Elasticity Location: external ear and epiglottis (helps swallow) Functions: Maintains structure, but allows flexibility
Fibro Cartilage
Strongest cartilage. found in intervertebral discs, joint capsules, ligaments.
