The articular cartilage is characterized by all of the following features except_____________?

Correct answer: B. It has a rich nerve supply

  • A. It is devoid of perichondrium
  • B. It has a rich nerve supply
  • C. It is avascular
  • D. It lacks the capacity to regenerate

Explanation

Articular cartilage is avascular, lacks a perichondrium and has very limited regenerative capacity, but it is not richly innervated. Its absence of nerves also explains why cartilage itself is relatively insensitive to pain.

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