Question

which correctly matches connective tissue type with its function?
endomysium → a layer of collagen that forms a layer around the whole muscle
epimysium → a layer or connective tissue that surrounds each bundle of muscle fibers
perimysium → a layer of connective tissue that adds support and protection to each muscle fiber
deep fascia → helps organize masses of tissue into compact bundles to keep them in a specific loca

Explanation:

1. Analyze each option:

• Endomysium: Surrounds individual muscle fibers, not the whole muscle. So the first option is incorrect.
• Epimysium: Surrounds the entire muscle, not each bundle of muscle fibers. So the second option is incorrect.
• Perimysium: Surrounds bundles (fascicles) of muscle fibers, not individual muscle fibers. So the third option is incorrect.
• Deep fascia: It helps organize masses of tissue into compact bundles to keep them in a specific location. This matches the description.

Answer:

deep fascia → helps organize masses of tissue into compact bundles to keep them in a specific loca