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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

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

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Which feature is found in both cartilage and bone?

Lacunae housing cells

Presence of chondrocytes

Perichondrium

Vascularized tissue

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Understand the structure of cartilage and bone: Both are types of connective tissue, but they have different compositions and functions.

Identify the common feature: Lacunae are small spaces within the tissue that house cells. In cartilage, these spaces contain chondrocytes, while in bone, they contain osteocytes.

Differentiate between the other options: Chondrocytes are specific to cartilage, while osteocytes are specific to bone. The perichondrium is a layer surrounding cartilage, not bone.

Consider vascularization: Bone is highly vascularized, meaning it has a rich blood supply, whereas cartilage is avascular, lacking blood vessels.

Conclude that the feature found in both cartilage and bone is the presence of lacunae, which house the respective cells (chondrocytes in cartilage and osteocytes in bone).