Layer of dense connective tissue, surrounding cartilage like a girdle. Helps cartilage to resist outward expansion. Contains blood vessels for nutrient delivery to cartilage.

What will be an ideal response?


Perichondrium

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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