Advertisements
Advertisements
Question
How does cartilage differ from the bone?
Distinguish Between
Advertisements
Solution
Cartilage differs from the Bone in the following ways:
| Cartilage | Bone |
| It is a flexible tissue. | It is a hard and rigid tissue. |
| It is non-porous. | It is porous. |
| It has no blood vessels or nerves. | It has a good supply of blood vessels and nerves. |
| It is found only in certain parts of the body like nose, ear, bronchial tubes, rings of the trachea, between vertebrae, and at the end of long bones. | It is the main skeletal tissue of the body and is present throughout the body. |
| It provides flexibility and support to the body parts. | It gives shape, support, and protection to the body. |
shaalaa.com
Is there an error in this question or solution?
APPEARS IN
RELATED QUESTIONS
Name the connective tissue with a fluid matrix.
Define the term of connective tissue
Classify connective tissue and give one example of each type.
Name the tissues found:
at the joints of two bones
Write the classification of connective tissue and their functions.
Bone possesses a hard matrix composed of ______ and ______.
Which tissue is the main component of tendons and ligaments? How do they differ in function?
Write one point of difference between
Bone and cartilage.
Which of the following connective tissue often serves as a support framework for epithelium?
Which one of the following is not a connective tissue?
