Across
- 3. Matrix cavities where chondrocytes lie
- 6. Type of collagen found in all cartilage types
- 8. A location where fibrocartilage is found
- 9. Only cartilage type without perichondrium
- 10. Type of cell components found in dense irregular connective tissue
- 11. Most common cartilage type
- 12. Formation of cartilage from embryonic mesenchyme
Down
- 1. The precursor to chondrocytes
- 2. Clusters of cells (aggregates)
- 4. A word indicating separate diffusion for oxygen and nutrients from surrounding connective tissue is needed.
- 5. Cartilage found in auricle of the ear
- 6. Darker staining matrix surrounding a chondrocyte
- 7. Only type of hyaline cartilage not covered by perichondrium