Question

match the following type of connective tissue with an appropriate location: elastic cartilage. bone marrow; spleen; lymph nodes; intervertebral discs; pubis symphysis; menisci of knee joint; hypodermis; in mesenteries; surrounding kidneys; posterior to eyeballs; supports external ear, epiglottis; ligaments; tendons; aponeuroses; i dont know yet

Explanation:

To solve this, we recall the locations of elastic cartilage. Elastic cartilage is known to support the external ear and epiglottis. Let's analyze each option:

• "Bone marrow; spleen; lymph nodes" are related to reticular connective tissue (part of immune system structures), not elastic cartilage.
• "Intervertebral discs; pubis symphysis; menisci of knee joint" are locations of fibrocartilage, which is more fibrous and less elastic.
• "Hypodermis; in mesenteries; surrounding kidneys; posterior to eyeballs" are locations of adipose (fat) tissue or loose connective tissue, not elastic cartilage.
• "Supports external ear, epiglottis" matches the known locations of elastic cartilage, as it has more elastic fibers to provide flexibility and support to these structures.
• "Ligaments; tendons; aponeuroses" are dense regular connective tissue, for strength in movement, not elastic cartilage.

Answer:

D. Supports external ear, epiglottis