Question

The fibrous connective tissue that connects bones to other bones is also known as…………………
A. Bone
B. Muscle
C. Ligament
D. None of the above

Answer 1

A tissue may be defined as a group of one or more types of physically linked cells having a similar origin and specialized for a specific function or functions along with the intercellular material. There are four major types of connective tissue of animals; epithelial, muscular, connective, and nervous tissue.

Complete answer: 1. The connective tissue arises from the mesoderm of the embryo. They are perhaps their most abundant type of animal tissue.
2. The connective tissue proper has a soft, gel-like matrix composed of proteoglycans, which are complex carbohydrates linked to proteins.
3. Connective tissues are so named because they have special functions of linking and supporting other tissues/organs of the body. These include loose connective tissue, dense connective tissue, and specialized connective tissue.
4. They mainly connect one tissue to another and form protective sheaths around organs.
5. The fibrous connective tissue that binds bones to bones is known as ligament. Ligament possesses high elasticity and strength.
6. The fibrous connective tissue which binds bones to the muscle is known as tendons.

So the correct answer is option C. Ligament.

Note: Cells of muscle tissue bring movements of the body parts and locomotion of the organism. Many muscles support the bones and other structures. Facial expressions also depend on muscles. Bone is the hardest tissue in the body. Hardness is due to the calcification of its matrix. Besides providing support, it has a metabolic and protective role.