Histo Block 2
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Histo Block 2
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Question:
1.
What is
cartilage and what are its functions?
Answer:
Avascular tissue with a dense intercellular matrix rich in proteoglycans in which
chondrocytes and chondroblasts thrive. It gets its nutrition by diffusion, allowed by the softness of
its matrix.Functions
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Mechanical
shock absorber to a certain extent.
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Smooth-surfaced allows joint functions.
May act as model for bone.