Crossword Puzzle

1. Tissue that supports, binds, and connects other tissues and organs, including types like bone, blood, and adipose tissue.
4. Specialized connective tissue that stores fat, providing insulation, energy storage, and cushioning for organs.
6. A type of tissue composed of cells that can contract to produce movement; there are three types: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
8. Refers to muscle tissue that has a banded appearance, typically found in skeletal and cardiac muscle; these muscles are under voluntary (skeletal) or involuntary (cardiac) control.
9. Refers to smooth muscle tissue, which lacks the banded appearance of striated muscle; it is involuntary and found in organs like the intestines and blood vessels.
11. A dense, hard connective tissue that makes up the skeleton, providing structure, protection, and support for the body.

2. Tissue that supports, binds, and connects other tissues and organs, including types like bone, blood, and adipose tissue.
3. Tough, fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones at joints, providing stability and support.
5. Tissue that transmits signals throughout the body, consisting of neurons and supporting cells (glia); it plays a crucial role in communication and control.
7. A flexible connective tissue that provides support and cushioning in joints, as well as shaping structures like the nose and ears.
10. Connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, enabling movement when muscles contract.