Connective Tissue (Functions)

Question 1

Areolar Connective Tissue

Answer 1

• Wraps and cushions organs
• plays important role in inflammation
• holds and transfers tissue fluid

Question 2

Adipose Tissue

Answer 2

• Provides reserved food fuel
• Insulates against heat loss
• Supports and protects organs.

Question 3

Hyaline Cartilage

Answer 3

• Supports, reinforces, cushions, and resists compressive stress
• Forms moveable joints

Question 4

Elastic Cartilage

Answer 4

Maintains shape of structure while allowing flexibility.

Question 5

Fibrocartilage

Answer 5

• High tensile strength with ability to absorb compressive shock
• Cushions joints

Question 6

Osseus Tissue (bone)

Answer 6

Protection to internal organs and supports the body, stores calcium, other minerals, and fat