The Predominant Cell Type in Connective Tissue Is the ____

question 4

Multiple Choice

The predominant cell type in connective tissue is the ____, which secretes components of the _____.​

• A) ​neuroglia; nerve fiber sheath
• B) ​fibroblast; extracellular matrix
• C) ​cartilage; extracellular matrix
• D) ​melanocytes; melanin
• E) ​bone; skeleton

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Definitions:

Tachycardia

A condition where the heart rate exceeds the norm for an individual's age, resting at over 100 beats per minute.

Orthopnea

Difficulty in breathing that occurs when lying down and is typically relieved by sitting or standing up, often associated with heart failure.

Hypoxia

A condition in which the body or a part of the body is deprived of adequate oxygen supply at the tissue level.

Chest Tube

A medical device inserted into the pleural space around the lungs to remove air, fluid, or pus, often used after surgery or trauma.