Connective Tissue Cartilage

Connective Tissue Cartilage

1. There are three different types of cartilaginous tissue:

   • Hyaline
     • Semi-transparent and appears bluish white in colour. Extremely strong but very flexible and elastic
       • At joint surfaces provides cushioning and a smooth gliding surface
         • In trachea, prevents trachea wall from caving in
   • Fibrous
     • Toughest of cartilage types
       • Acts as shock absorber between bones and provides high level of support
   • Elastic
     • This contains more elastic fibres
       • Helps maintain shape and flexibility and provides support

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