connective tissue

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Across
  1. 3. found in structures with elasticity, such as the external ear
  2. 6. described as "cobwebby"
  3. 9. softer and have more cells an fewer fibers than any other connective tissue
  4. 10. less hard and more flexible than bone
Down
  1. 1. has the most abundant collagen fibers
  2. 2. collagen fibers are the main matrix element
  3. 4. commonly known as fat
  4. 5. forms the stroma or internal framework of an organ
  5. 7. sits in cavities called lacunae
  6. 8. also known as vascular tissue carries a bunch of substances throughout the body