Question

Write down the common features of the connective tissue. On the basis of structure and function, differentiate between bones and cartilages.

Answer 1

The common feature of connective tissue are:-

1. These kinds of tissues provide the structural framework for the body.
2. They connect the different parts of the body.
3. These types of tissues are mesodermal in origin.

Bones	Cartilage
1. The intercellular material is hard and non-pliable.	1. The intercellular material is solid and pliable.
2. Bone cells are called osteocytes.	2. Cartilage cells are called chondrocytes.
3. In bones blood vessels are there.	3. In cartilage blood vessels are not there(nutrients are obtained by the process of diffusion).
4. Haversian canal is present.	4. Haversian canal is absent.