Hyaline cartilage is a firm but flexible type of connective tissue that is essential for:
A) Calcium salt storage
B) Growth of long bones
C) Bone surface perfusion
D) Reduced friction on tendons
Ans: B
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Hyaline cartilage is essential for growth before and after birth. As long bones grow in length, the deeper layers of cartilage cells in the growth plate multiply and enlarge, pushing the articular cartilage farther away from the metaphysis and diaphysis. Because cartilage has no blood vessels, this tissue fluid allows diffusion with blood vessels outside the cartilage. Cartilage dies if it becomes calcified. Bursae are located near joints and contain synovial fluid; their purpose is to prevent friction on a tendon.
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