Question

which of the following statements is true of connective tissue? elastin fibers are sometimes called white fibers. collagen fibers provides high tensile strength. reticular fibers form thick, ropelike structures. when connective tissue is stretched, collagen gives it the ability to snap back.

Explanation:

• Elastin fibers are called yellow fibers, not white fibers.
• Collagen fibers do provide high tensile strength.
• Reticular fibers are fine, net - like, not thick and ropelike.
• Elastin gives the ability to snap back when stretched, not collagen.

Answer:

Collagen fibers provides high tensile strength.