Tissue Terminology

3. liquid form of connective tissue
6. is similar to hyaline cartilage but contains more elastin fibers and is more flexible, an example is the outer ear. Finally
8. striated cells with involuntary control of the heart
9. excitatory
10. connect bone to bone, cartilage to cartilage, and cartilage to bone
13. is also considered connective tissue, osseus
15. over muscles or are points of origin or insertion of skeletal muscle
17. most common cartilage, provides strength and flexibility,
18. striations in cells, voluntary control of movements

1. cells- non-conducting cells that support, insulate and protect neurons
2. connect muscle to bone
4. conduct nerve impulses
5. layers of epithelial/connective tissue that cover and protect body cavities and other surfaces: mucous, serous, synovial and cutaneous
7. specialized connective tissue.
8. functions for fixation and support, protection, energy reserve, transportation of fluids and other substances.
11. is composed of dense collagen fibers that provide strength and shock absorption. An example is intervertebral discs.
12. no striations in cells, involuntary control of body organs
14. connective tissue that covers and groups anatomical structures and serves as a point of attachment of some muscles
16. functions for protection, absorption and filtration, excretion and secretion, and sensation. It can be found in the respiratory, digestive, cardiac, and vascular systems