Tissue Overview Quiz

What is the primary function of connective tissue?

• Forms boundaries between different environments

• Supports, protects, and binds other tissues together

• Contracts to cause movement

• Facilitates internal communication

What is connective tissue primarily made of?

• Cells

• Extracellular matrix

• Blood vessels

• Nerve fibers

Which type of fiber is described as thick, tough, and provides support?

• Collagen

• Elastic

• Reticular

• Fibrous

Which fiber type forms branch-like supportive nets?

• Collagen

• Elastic

• Reticular

• Fibrous

Which of the following is a type of loose connective tissue?

• Cartilage

• Bone

• Areolar

• Blood

What is a characteristic of loose connective tissue?

• Densely packed fibers

• Loosely packed fibers with large amounts of space

• No fibers present

• Tightly organized fibers

Which type of loose connective tissue is also known as fat?

• Areolar

• Adipose

• Reticular

• Cartilage

What is the primary function of loose connective tissue proper-areolar?

• Provides structural support and connects tissues

• Stores energy in the form of fat

• Transports oxygen in the blood

• Conducts nerve impulses

Which type of cells are abundant in loose connective tissue proper-areolar and help maintain fibers?

• Neurons

• Fibroblasts

• Osteocytes

• Adipocytes

Where is loose connective tissue proper-areolar commonly found in the body?

• Inside bones

• Under epithelial tissue, around capillaries and organs

• In the brain

• Within the heart