Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Connective Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Connective Tissue

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What type of cell produces connective tissue fibers?

Adipocyte

Chondrocyte

Fibroblast

Osteocyte

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Understand the role of connective tissue in the body. Connective tissue supports, binds, and protects organs and other tissues. It is composed of cells, fibers, and ground substance.

Identify the types of cells involved in connective tissue. Common cells include fibroblasts, adipocytes, chondrocytes, and osteocytes, each with specific functions.

Focus on fibroblasts. Fibroblasts are the most common cells in connective tissue and are responsible for producing the extracellular matrix and collagen fibers.

Differentiate fibroblasts from other cells. Adipocytes store fat, chondrocytes are involved in cartilage formation, and osteocytes are bone cells. Fibroblasts specifically produce connective tissue fibers.

Conclude that fibroblasts are the cells that produce connective tissue fibers, contributing to the structural framework of tissues.