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Mesenchyme
Areolar
Adipose
Reticular
- gel-like matrix with all three fibers types
- wraps organs, plays role in inflammation
- closely packed adipocytes
- provides food reserves, insulates body
- embryonic connective tissue
- gives rise to all other connective tissue
- network of reticular fibers
- supports white blood cells, mast cells, macrophages
Dense Regular
Dense Irregular
- irregularly arranged collagen fibers
- withstands tension exerted in many directions
Hyaline
- amorphous but firm matrix
- supports and reinforces, resists compressive stress
Elastic
- more elastic fibers than hyaline
- allows flexibility while maintaining shape
Fibrocartilage
Osseous Tissue
- hard, calcified matrix with collagen fibers
- bones provide structure for body
Blood
- red and white blood cells in fluid matrix
- transport gases, nutrients, and wastes
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- matrix with thick collagen fibers
- tensile strength and able to absorb compressive shock
- parallel collagen fibers
- attaches muscles and bones to muscles or bones