Question

generalized: connective tissue matrix name

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

coloring instructions - color each according to the key below, then label each cell on the diagram.

collagen fibers a yellow.

fibroblasts b blue.

mast cells c purple.

macrophages d orange

elastic fibers e green (shade over the line)

blood vessel and blood cells f red.

fat cells g pink.

ground substance background.

match the structure to its function:

1. store energy

1. production of fibers

1. consumes debris and foreign objects

1. fiber that makes up tendons

1. prevention of blood clots

Explanation:

1. Fat cells (G) store energy in the form of fat.
2. Fibroblasts (B) produce fibers like collagen and elastic fibers.
3. Macrophages (D) consume debris and foreign objects through phagocytosis.
4. Collagen fibers (A) are strong and make up structures like tendons.
5. Mast cells (C) release heparin which helps in prevention of blood clots.

Answer:

1. G
2. B
3. D
4. A
5. C