Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a function of areolar connective tissue?
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Introduction to Connective Tissue
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Which of the following is a role of connective tissue?
A
energy production
B
hormone production
C
sensory detection
D
transportation of bodily substances
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Understand the primary functions of connective tissue. Connective tissue supports, binds, and protects tissues and organs in the body.
Recognize that connective tissue is involved in the transportation of substances. This includes blood, which is a type of connective tissue responsible for transporting nutrients, gases, and waste products.
Differentiate connective tissue from other tissue types. For example, epithelial tissue is involved in hormone production, while nervous tissue is responsible for sensory detection.
Consider the types of connective tissue, such as blood, bone, adipose, and cartilage, and their specific roles in the body.
Conclude that the transportation of bodily substances is a key role of connective tissue, aligning with the function of blood as a connective tissue.
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