Question

drag and match match the following descriptions to the correct type of cartilage. found at the ends of bones and the tip of ribs; found in the external ear; forms the intervertebral discs. answer hyaline cartilage blank, fibrocartilage blank, elastic cartilage blank. buttons: i dont know yet, i am unsure, i am sure

Explanation:

• Hyaline cartilage: It is the most common type of cartilage and is found at the ends of bones (to reduce friction in joints) and the tip of ribs (as part of the costal cartilage).
• Elastic cartilage: It has more elastic fibers, which makes it flexible. This type of cartilage is found in the external ear (to maintain its shape and flexibility).
• Fibrocartilage: It is tough and has a high proportion of collagen fibers. It forms the intervertebral discs, which act as shock absorbers between the vertebrae.

Answer:

• Hyaline cartilage: Found at the ends of bones and the tip of ribs
• Fibrocartilage: Forms the intervertebral discs
• Elastic cartilage: Found in the external ear