Question

the combination of fibers and ground substance in supporting connective tissues is known as
○ chondroitin.
○ collagen.
○ matrix.
○ cartilage.
○ scaffold.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Chondroitin: A glycosaminoglycan, not the combination of fibers and ground substance.
• Collagen: A type of fiber, not the combination.
• Matrix: In connective tissue, the matrix is the combination of fibers (like collagen) and ground substance (the non - fibrous component).
• Cartilage: A type of supporting connective tissue, not the combination of its components.
• Scaffold: A general term for a support structure, not specific to this connective tissue component.

Answer:

C. matrix