Which of the following is the most abundant cell type in areolar connective tissue?

• Mast Cells

• Fibroblasts

• Macrophages

• Lymphocytes

___________ are large, amoeba-like cells of the immune system that function to phagocytize pathogens and damaged cells.

What is the primary function of fibroblasts?

• Storage of lipids

• Phagocytosis of bacteria

• Production of antibodies

• Synthesis of extracellular matrix and collagen

Macrophages in areolar connective tissue are responsible for:

• Phagocytosis of pathogens and debris

• Producing antibodies

• Storing fat

• Producing melanin

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

What tissue is this?

• Adipose Connective Tissue

• Areolar Connective Tissue

• Blood (connective tissue)

• Bone (connective tissue)

What is the difference between fixed and free macrophages?

• There is no difference between them

• Fixed macrophages store fat, while free macrophages produce collagen

• Free macrophages stay in tissues, while fixed macrophages migrate

• Fixed macrophages stay in tissues, while free macrophages migrate

Which areolar connective tissue cells store lipids?

• Mast cells

• Adipocytes

• Fibroblast

• Lymphocytes

Mast cells play a crucial role in:

• Synthesizing collagen

• Triggering inflammatory responses

• Storing energy

• Producing antibodies

What is the function of mesenchymal cells in connective tissue?

• They differentiate into fibroblasts, macrophages, or other connective tissue cells

• They produce antibodies

• They synthesize melanin

• They store energy

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Which chemical do mast cells release to trigger inflammation?

• Adiponectin

• Melanin

• Collagen

• Histamine