This Lecture covers the Characteristics of Connective Tissues, the Classification of Connective Tissues (type of cells & type of intercellular matrix), and their appearance and location in the human body. Tissues presented include: Loose (Areolar) Connective, Adipose Tissue, Regularly-Arranged Dense Fibrous Connective, Irregularly-Arranged Dense Fibrous Connective Tissue, Hyaline Cartilage, Fibrocartilage, and Elastic Cartilage. Reference is made to fibroblasts, collagen, elastin, mast cells, histamine, inflammation, tendons, ligaments, fascia, periosteum, dura mater, dermis, skin, scar tissue, adipocytes, chondrocytes, & lacunae.
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