Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main function of areolar connective tissue in the human body?

Accepted Answer

It supports and binds other tissues, acting as a universal packing material between tissues.

Question 2

A patient suffers a severe injury to their cartilage. Which of the following best explains why cartilage heals slowly compared to bone?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage is avascular, so it lacks a direct blood supply for nutrient delivery and waste removal.

Question 3

Which connective tissue type is most specialized for storing nutrients and providing insulation?

Accepted Answer

Adipose tissue

Question 4

Which of the following is a correct pairing of connective tissue cell type and its function?

Accepted Answer

Fibroblast – synthesizes collagen fibers in connective tissue proper

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the composition of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

It consists of ground substance and fibers, which together support cells and allow tissues to withstand tension and abuse.

Question 6

A ligament is torn during a sports injury. Which connective tissue is primarily involved, and what property makes healing slow?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue; poor vascularity

Question 7

Which of the following connective tissues is most likely to be found supporting blood cells in lymph nodes and the spleen?

Accepted Answer

Reticular connective tissue

Question 8

Which of the following best explains why blood is considered a connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

It consists of cells surrounded by a nonliving matrix (plasma) and functions in transport.

Question 9

Which muscle tissue type is characterized by branching cells, striations, and intercalated discs?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle

Question 10

A tissue sample shows spindle-shaped cells with a single central nucleus and no visible striations. This tissue is most likely:

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the process of fibrosis during tissue repair?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue replaces destroyed tissue, resulting in loss of original function.

Question 12

Which membrane lines body cavities that are open to the exterior and is composed of an epithelial layer overlying loose connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membrane

Question 13

Which of the following tissues has virtually no functional regenerative capacity?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle tissue

Question 14

Which of the following is a correct sequence of events in tissue repair after a nonextensive skin wound?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation, organization, regeneration/fibrosis

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the role of mast cells in connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

They initiate local inflammatory responses against foreign microorganisms.

Question 16

Which of the following statements about the ground substance in connective tissue is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is an unstructured gel-like material that fills the space between cells and allows solute diffusion.

Question 17

Which of the following best explains why dense regular connective tissue is found in tendons and ligaments?

Accepted Answer

It has closely packed parallel collagen fibers that provide high tensile strength in one direction.

Question 18

Which of the following is a function of bone (osseous) tissue that distinguishes it from cartilage?

Accepted Answer

It stores fat and synthesizes blood cells in cavities.

Question 19

Which embryonic germ layer gives rise to muscle and connective tissues?

Accepted Answer

Mesoderm

Question 20

A patient has a scar that impairs heart function after a myocardial infarction. Which process is most responsible for this loss of function?

Accepted Answer

Fibrosis leading to scar tissue formation

Tissue: The Living Fabric – Connective, Muscle, and Nervous Tissues

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