Which of the following connective tissues consists of cells known as chondrocytes?
Correct answer: B. Cartilage
- A. Myocardium
- B. Cartilage
- C. Bone
- D. Periosteum
Explanation
Option B is correct. The connective tissue that consists of cells known as chondrocytes is cartilage. Chondrocytes are the only type of cell found in cartilage. They are responsible for producing and maintaining the extracellular matrix of cartilage, which is made up of collagen, elastin, and proteoglycans. Myocardium is the muscle tissue of the heart. It contains muscle cells, also known as cardiomyocytes. Bone is a type of connective tissue that is made up of a hard, mineralized matrix. It contains osteocytes, which are bone cells that are responsible for maintaining the bone matrix. Periosteum is a tough, fibrous membrane that covers the outer surface of bones. It contains fibroblasts, which are cells that produce collagen and other extracellular matrix proteins.
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