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Anatomy and Physiology
ELO: D- Identify the funtions and types of connective tissue
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Anatomy
Graduate
05/07/2010

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Function of Connective Tissue
Definition
1) Protects and supports the body and its organs
2) Binds organs together
3) Gives the body its overall shape
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Types of Connective Tissue
Definition
1) Bone
2) Cartilage
3) Blood
4) Adipose (Fat)
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Bone
Definition
Provides structural support and mineral storage and houses the blood forming tissue called marrow
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Cartilage
Definition
A jelly like substance consisting of collagen protein fibers made by cells embedded in the cartilage. Found in nose ears and around joints
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Blood
Definition
A liquid matrix consisting of plasma and cells. Located in the circulatory system
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Adipose (Fat)
Definition
Adipose tissue is a storage form of energy where excess calories are stored
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