In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Origin of Connective Tissue 2. Basic Components of Connective Tissues 3. Features 4. Functions. Origin of Connective Tissue: Connective tissues are formed by the mesoderm of the embryo. Connective tissue is the most abundant and widely distributed tissue of the body. It connects different tissues or organs and provides support to various [...]
The following points highlight the three main types of connective tissues. The types are: 1. Loose Connective Tissue 2. Dense Connective Tissues 3. Specialised Connective Tissues. Type # 1. Loose Connective Tissue: (A) Areolar Tissue (= Loose connective tissue): This tissue is most widely distributed connective tissue in the animal body. Structure: It is named so because it takes [...]
The following points highlight the three main types of connective tissues. The types are: 1. Connective Tissue Proper 2. Skeletal Tissues 3. Vascular Tissues. The connective tissue; serve to support the body, and bind other tissues and organs together. In contrast to the epithelium, in which cells are abundant and the intercellular ground substance is practically wanting, the connective tissues [...]