Question

Which of the following is a transparent tissue?
(А) Tendon
(B) Ligament
(C) Fibrous cartilage
(D) Hyaline cartilage

Answer 1

Hint: A group of similar or dissimilar cells performing a specific function is known as tissue. The types of tissues are epithelial, connective, muscular, nervous. All these tissues perform functions like protection, movement, communication, support etc.

Complete answer:
Let us discuss the types of tissues given in the question.
A) Tendon- are the fibrous connective tissue which connects muscles with bone. It is made up of collagen fibrils that are parallel to each other. It is dense, closely packed and appears wave-like. It is capable of withstanding pressure.
B) Ligament- It is made of connective tissue with strong collagen fibres. It appears string like. They appear as shiny white and are fibro-elastic in texture. It connects bones.
C) Fibrous Cartilage- It consists of white fibrous tissue and cartilaginous tissues. It is made up of type 1 collagen and the normal collagen.
D) The hyaline cartilage-
-It is the hugest cartilage type and makes the articular surface of the long bones in the adults and also the rib tips, the ring of the trachea, and parts of the skull.
-The Hyaline cartilage is usually composed of collagen fibres. Therefore, its identity is referred to as its glassy appearance i.e transparent.
-It is shielded externally with the aid of a fibrous membrane called perichondrium barring for the articular quit of the bones. The hyaline cartilage also takes place under the ears and nose.

Thus the correct answer is option ‘D’.

Note: Elastic cartilage- this type of cartilage is yellow in coloration due to the high proportion of elastic fibers and lamellae. White fibrocartilage- a high percentage of collagen fibers are present. White fibrocartilage is a transitional stage between the dense connective tissue and cartilage.