In which of the following connective tissues, the cells secrete fibres of collagen or elastin? A. Cartilage…
In which of the following connective tissues, the cells secrete fibres of collagen or elastin?
A. Cartilage
B. Bone
C. Adipose tissue
D. Blood
E. Areolar tissue
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
B, C, D and E only
A, B, C and E only
B, C and D only
A, C and D only
Solution
The correct answer is option (2) as blood does not contain fibre secreting cells called as fibroblasts. Whereas, cartilage, bone, adipose tissue and areolar tissue contain cells that secrete fibres of collagen or elastin or structural protein.
The other options (1), (3) and (4) are incorrect as they mention blood which lacks fibroblasts.