Question

1. identify each tissue type and give an example of where it can be found in the body (note how these tissues contain more numerous and thicker fibers around fewer cells)

a.

b.

c.

Explanation:

Tissues with more numerous and thicker fibers around fewer cells are types of connective tissues. Dense regular connective tissue has parallel - arranged collagen fibers and few cells, found in tendons. Dense irregular connective tissue has randomly arranged fibers and is in the dermis of the skin. Loose connective tissue has fewer fibers and more cells compared to dense connective tissues, and is found beneath the epithelium.

Answer:

a. Dense regular connective tissue; Tendon
b. Dense irregular connective tissue; Dermis of the skin
c. Loose connective tissue; Beneath the epithelium