Define connective tissue and give example …

• It protects and supports the body.
• The cells are loosely spaced and embedded in an intercellular matrix.
• The matrix may be jelly like, fluid, dense or rigid.
• The nature of matrix differs in concordance with the function of the particular connective tissue.

AREOLAR

• It fills the space inside the organs, and supports internal organs.
• It helps in repair of tissues.
• It is found between the skin and muscles, around blood vessels and nerves and in the bone marrow.

ADIPOSE

• They are the Fat storing tissues, which are filled with fat globules
• These tissues are found below the skin and between internal organs.
• Due to the storage of fats, it acts as an insulator.

COMPACT BONE

• It forms the framework which also anchors the muscles and supports the main organs of the body.
• It is a strong and nonflexible tissue.
• Bone cells are embedded in a hard matrix that is composed of calcium and phosphorus compounds.