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- Cartilage separated from the surrounding tissues by perichondrium which consist of two layers :<br>1- Outer Fibrous Layer : Which provide protection , mechanical support and attaches the cartilage to other structures .<br>2- Inner Cellular : It Is Important in the growth and maintenance of cartilage . | |||
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Cartilage is a type of supporting connective tissue . It is a firm tissue but softer and more flexible than bone .
Cartilage Structure [edit | edit source]
| cartilage matrix | cartilage cells |
| it is a firm gel that contain polysacchride derivaites called chondroitin sulfates which complex with protein in the ground substance forming proteoglycan . | chondrocytes are the only cells in the matrix and they occupy small chambers called lacuna . |
- Cartilage separated from the surrounding tissues by perichondrium which consist of two layers :
1- Outer Fibrous Layer : Which provide protection , mechanical support and attaches the cartilage to other structures .
2- Inner Cellular : It Is Important in the growth and maintenance of cartilage .
Cartilage Growth[edit | edit source]
Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]
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