level: Level 1 of Non-specialized connective tissues
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Level 1 of Non-specialized connective tissues
Question | Answer |
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How are connective tissues characterized? | presence of cells and great intermolecular spaces between them filled with extracellular matrix |
Where do connective tissues originate from? | Mesenchyme (non differentiated germ layer) |
What are the two main characteristics of connective tissues? | highly vascularized (except cartilage) and extremely abundant. |
What are the main functions of CT | protection/ exchange/ defense/ support/ nutrition/ energy storage/ transport and communication. |