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Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

4. Tissues & Histology / Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage / Problem 1

Why does fibrocartilage rely on diffusion for nutrient supply?

A

It has a complex network of lymphatic vessels.

B

It has no blood vessels.

C

It has a low oxygen requirement.

D

It has a low extracellular matrix content.

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