Histology; Dense Connective Tissue
What kind of Connective Tissue contains more numerous, thicker, and denser fibers but fewer cells?
Dense Connective Tissue
A type of Dense Connective Tissue that branches Elastic fibers
Dense Elastic Connective Tissue
In this type of Dense Connective Tissue, fibroblasts are present in spaces between fibers
Dense Elastic Connective Tissue
This type of Dense Connective Tissue is strong and can return to its normal shape after being stretched
Dense Elastic Connective Tissue
A type of Dense Connective Tissue found in the body where pulling forces are exerted in various directions.
Dense Irregular Connective Tissue
A type of Dense Connective Tissue that usually occurs in sheets
Dense Irregular Connective Tissue
A type of Dense Connective Tissue that is tough yet somewhat pliable
Dense Regular Connective Tissue
This type of Dense Connective Tissue contains great strength
Dense Regular Connective Tissue
What are the three types of Dense Connective Tissues?
Regular, Irregular, Elastic
What are two examples of Dense Regular Connective Tissue?
Tendons and (most) ligaments
What is the function of Dense Elastic Connective Tissue?
allows stretching of various organs
Dense Regular Connective Tissue
contains bundles of collagen fibers and is arranged "regularly" in parallel patterns
Dense Irregular Connective Tissue
contains collagen fibers that are closely packed together and is irregularly arranged.
What are two examples of Dense Elastic Connective Tissue?
lung tissue and arteries
What is the function of Dense Irregular Connective Tissue?
provides strength
What is the function of Dense Regular Connective Tissue?
provides strong attachment between various structures
What color (s) is Dense Regular Connective Tissue?
silvery white and tough
Fibroblasts produce
the fibers & ground substance within Dense Regular Connective Tissue
Three examples of where Dense Irregular Connective Tissue is found are
the heart valves, the perichondrium, and the periosteum
What color is Dense Elastic Connective Tissue?
yellowish
