Question

which of the following refers to the dense connective tissue that surrounds a muscle and blends with the tendon?

○ subcutaneous layer
○ deep fascia
○ subserous fascia
○ hypodermis
○ superficial fascia

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Subcutaneous layer (hypodermis) is fat - related, not muscle - surrounding connective tissue.
• Deep fascia is dense connective tissue around muscles, blending with tendons.
• Subserous fascia is related to serous membranes, not muscles.
• Hypodermis is the subcutaneous layer, not for muscle - tendon connection.
• Superficial fascia is more for subcutaneous fat and loose connective tissue, not dense around muscles.

Answer:

B. deep fascia