Connective Tissue Cont.

Hyaline cartilage- fibers form an imperceptible network, most abundant cartilage type in the body
Function- supports and reinforces and has resilient cushioning properties, resists compressive stress
Location- covers end of long bones in joint cavities, forms costal cartilage of the ribs, cartilage of nose, trachea and larynx

Elastic cartilage- similar to hyaline cartilage but more elastic fibers in matrix
Function- maintains the shape of a structure while allowing flexibility
Location- supports the external ear

Fibrocartilage- similar but less firm than hyaline cartilage, thick collagen fibers
function- tensile strength with the abikity ti absorb compressive shock
location- vertebreal discs, pubic symphysis, discs of knee joint

bone- hard, calcified matix containing many collagen fibers
function- supports and protects, provides cavities fir fat storag and synthesis if blood cells
location- bones

blood- red nd white blood cells in a fluid matrix
function- transport of gasses, nutrients wastes and ither substances
loctaion- in blood vessels