Portage Learning A&P I Lab 8 Questions with
Verified Correct Answers
True of False, Connective tissue can be described as histologically variable.
True
Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding general characteristics of
connective tissue proper?
Connective tissue proper is composed of a small amount of matrix and large amount of
densely packed cells.
The matrix of connective tissue proper is clear and gel-like.
Connective tissue proper is vascular and has a nerve supply.
Connective tissue proper has no free or apical surface.
Connective tissue proper is composed of a small amount of matrix and large amount of
densely packed cells.
Correct answer is that it is composed of large amount of matrix with widely scattered cells.
Which of the three developmental germ layers gives rise to connective tissue?
Mesoderm
The following developmental pathway will result in which type of connective
tissue?Mesenchyme→Fibroblasts→Chondroblasts→Chrondrocytes
Cartilage
Write out the developmental stages of blood (begin with mesenchyme.)
Mesenchyme -> Hemocytoblasts-> Blood
, Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the cells of Connective Tissue
Proper?
a. Plasma cells are former lymphocytes
b. Mast cells produce heparin and histamine
c. Neutrophils are the most common white blood cells found in connective tissue
d. a. and c. are true
e. b. and c. are true
f. All of the above are true statements
f. All of the above are true statements
Match the following connective tissue fibers with the correct description.
Collagenous
Reticular
Elastic
Collagenous Are referred to as “white fibers”
Reticular Coated with glycoprotein for strength
Elastic Found in the lungs and arteries
Match the following matrix forms with the correct connective tissue type.
Liquid Blood
Gel-like Connective tissue proper
Semi-solid Cartilage
Solid Bone
Verified Correct Answers
True of False, Connective tissue can be described as histologically variable.
True
Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding general characteristics of
connective tissue proper?
Connective tissue proper is composed of a small amount of matrix and large amount of
densely packed cells.
The matrix of connective tissue proper is clear and gel-like.
Connective tissue proper is vascular and has a nerve supply.
Connective tissue proper has no free or apical surface.
Connective tissue proper is composed of a small amount of matrix and large amount of
densely packed cells.
Correct answer is that it is composed of large amount of matrix with widely scattered cells.
Which of the three developmental germ layers gives rise to connective tissue?
Mesoderm
The following developmental pathway will result in which type of connective
tissue?Mesenchyme→Fibroblasts→Chondroblasts→Chrondrocytes
Cartilage
Write out the developmental stages of blood (begin with mesenchyme.)
Mesenchyme -> Hemocytoblasts-> Blood
, Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the cells of Connective Tissue
Proper?
a. Plasma cells are former lymphocytes
b. Mast cells produce heparin and histamine
c. Neutrophils are the most common white blood cells found in connective tissue
d. a. and c. are true
e. b. and c. are true
f. All of the above are true statements
f. All of the above are true statements
Match the following connective tissue fibers with the correct description.
Collagenous
Reticular
Elastic
Collagenous Are referred to as “white fibers”
Reticular Coated with glycoprotein for strength
Elastic Found in the lungs and arteries
Match the following matrix forms with the correct connective tissue type.
Liquid Blood
Gel-like Connective tissue proper
Semi-solid Cartilage
Solid Bone
