Which of the Following Is a Function of Connective Tissue

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a function of connective tissue?

• A) it supports and strengthens other tissues
• B) it contracts to regulate the movement of substances through tubes
• C) it serves as a physical barrier that protects against harmful agents in the environment
• D) it detects changes in the body's external or internal environment and then elicits an appropriate response

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Definitions:

Intraspecific Aggression

Aggressive behavior directed towards members of the same species, often for reasons such as competition for resources or mate selection.

Mobbing Behavior

Aggressive behavior by a group or individual repeatedly towards another individual, often in a workplace setting.

Best Territories

In behavioral ecology, territories that provide the most resources or strategic advantages, often leading to preferential selection by individuals or groups.

Neoteny

The retention of juvenile features in the adult animal or human.