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What is the connective tissue coverings surrounding the muscle cell called?
epimysium
What is the connective tissue surrounding a fascicle?
The connective tissue surrounding the fascicle of a muscle is the perimysium.
Which of the following accurately defines extension?
Connective tissue sheath surrounding each fascicle
The connective tissue surrounding the bone is called?
periosteum
What is a tough layer of connective tissue surrounding a bone?
periosteum
Which of these type of tissues are not considered connective tissue adipose or epithelial?
Epithelial tissues are not considered connective tissues. Epithelial tissues form linings and coverings in the body, while connective tissues provide structural support and connect different tissues and organs. Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue that stores fat.
The least specialized connective tissue in the adult body is?
The least specialized connective tissue in the adult body is loose connective tissue, also known as areolar connective tissue. It has a loose arrangement of collagen and elastic fibers with various cell types scattered throughout, providing support and flexibility to surrounding structures.
What is the connective tissue layer surrounding a bundle of muscle fibers known as?
perimyseum
How does connective tissue obtain nutrients?
Connective tissue obtains nutrients through diffusion from nearby blood vessels. Nutrients diffuse through the blood vessel walls and into the surrounding connective tissue to provide nourishment to the cells within the tissue.
What are the connective tissue coverings of a neuron?
The connective tissue coverings of a neuron include the endoneurium (around individual nerve fibers), perineurium (around bundles of nerve fibers), and epineurium (surrounding the entire nerve). These coverings provide support, protection, and organization for the neurons within the peripheral nervous system.
Describe the protective structures and the gross anatomical features of the spinal cord?
two types of connective tissue coverings - bony vertebrae and tough, connective tissue meninges - plus a cushion of cerebrospinal fluid surround and protect the delicate nervous tissue of the spinal cord.
Is areolar tissue a connective tissue?
Yes, areolar tissue is a type of loose connective tissue that is widely distributed throughout the body. It is made up of various cell types, fibers, and ground substance that provides support and flexibility to surrounding structures.
