Question

multiple select question select all that apply identify the characteristics of hyaline cartilage. it forms the protective covering on the bone surfaces in joints. it forms part of the ear. the matrix contains numerous elastic fibers. it forms the fetal skeleton. it forms the tip of the nose. the main fiber type in the matrix is collagen.

Explanation:

Hyaline cartilage forms the protective covering (articular cartilage) on bone - surfaces in joints. It also forms the fetal skeleton. The main fiber type in its matrix is collagen. Elastic cartilage, not hyaline cartilage, forms part of the ear and has numerous elastic fibers. The tip of the nose is formed by elastic cartilage.

Answer:

It forms the protective covering on the bone surfaces in joints.
It forms the fetal skeleton.
The main fiber type in the matrix is collagen.