Specialized Connective Tissues

Cartilage: Rubbery extracellular matrix, supports and cushions bones

Adipose tissue: Fat filled cells, stores energy, cushions and protect organs

Bone: Rigid support, muscle attachment, protection, mineral storage, blood production

Blood is considered a connective tissue because its cells and platelets descend from stem cells in bone



Cartilage: Rubbery extracellular matrix, supports and cushions bones

Adipose tissue: Fat filled cells, stores energy, cushions and protect organs

Bone: Rigid support, muscle attachment, protection, mineral storage, blood production

Blood is considered a connective tissue because its cells and platelets descend from stem cells in bone



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