Anatomy and Physiology I (BIOD 151)
LAB 8 Exam: Histology of Connective Tissue
1. True or False, connective tissue can be described as histologically variable
True – connective tissue can take on various forms
2. Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding general characteristics
of connective tissue proper?
a. Connective tissue proper is composed of a small amount of matrix and
large amount of densely packed cells.
b. The matrix of connective tissue proper is clear and gel-like.
c. Connective tissue proper is vascular and has a nerve supply.
d. Connective tissue proper has no free or apical surface.
a. Connective tissue proper is composed of a small amount of matrix and
large amount of densely packed cells (it is composed of large amount of
matrix with widely scattered cells)
3. Which of the three developmental germ layers gives rise to connective tissue?
a. Ectoderm
b. Mesoderm
c. Endoderm
4. The following developmental pathway will result in which type of connective tissue?
Mesenchyme→Fibroblasts→Fibrocytes→Fibers
Connective Tissue Proper
5. Write out the developmental stages of blood (begin with mesenchyme).
Mesenchyme→Hemocytoblasts→Blood
6. Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the cells of Connective
Tissue Proper?
a. Plasma cells are former neutrophils
b. Mast cells produce heparin and histamine
c. Neutrophils are the most common white blood cell found in connective tissue
d. a and c are true
e. b and c are true
f. All of the above are true statements
