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What type of cartilage covers the articulating surfaces of bones?

there are 3 types of cartilage. 1Hyaline cartilage: This type of cartilage has very thin fibers having same refractive index as the matrix of the cartilage and thus these fibers are not seen. Hyaline cartilage is the articular cartilage of long bones, sternum, ribs etc. Its color is bluish white and it is flexible. 2Fibrous cartilage: This type of cartilage has numerous white fibers. It is present in the symphysis pubis, and sternoclavicular joint etc. Its color is glistening white and the appearance is opaque. 3Elastic cartilage: This type of cartilage has numerous yellow elastic fibers. It is present in the ear pinna, external auditory meatus, Eustachian tubes, and epiglottis etc. Its color is yellowish and the appearance is opaque.


Does the shin section of the leg have cartilage?

No, the shin section of the leg does not have cartilage. The shin is made up of the tibia bone, which is a large, weight-bearing bone in the lower leg. Cartilage is not present in the shin bone itself.


Is there Fat in cartilage?

I should think not, fat and cartilage are entirely different body matter. Fat tissue might surround the cartilage present in our body, but they wouldn't be part of the cartilage. Moreover, cartilage is usually found joint areas or at places such our nose and ear areas, both of which do not contain much fat- fats wouldn't be found close to our bone area because usually it would be muscle that is wrapped around our bones, not fat (referring to joint areas), and our ear and nose areas are mainly made up of cartilage and skin (though of course our nose comprises of bone as well).


What supports the external ear?

The external ear is supported by elastic cartilage, particularly the auricle (pinna) which is the visible part of the external ear. This cartilage provides structure and shape to the ear while allowing for flexibility and movement.


Is there cartilage in the human hand?

Yes, cartilage is present in the human hand. It can be found in various locations such as the joints where it provides cushioning and support, particularly in places like the wrist and base of the thumb. Cartilage in the hand helps with smooth movement and flexibility of the fingers and thumb.

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How many sorts of cartilage are present in the human skeleton?

There are 3 type of cartilage present in the human body


Does eye's have cartilage?

Not that I know of. Cartilage is found in your joints, your nose and your ears, but I don't think in your eyes.


What is present in bone either bone or cartilage?

Bone starts out as cartilage and as it matures it becomes bone...


Why is there cartilage in ligaments?

Ligaments are present in the joints of the bones.As joints ought to show free movement the substance by which they are made of should be flexible and ellastic. Bones are not elastic and flexible but cartilage is elastic and flexible..hence cartilage is present in ligaments. Ligaments are present in the joints of the bones.As joints ought to show free movement the substance by which they are made of should be flexible and ellastic. Bones are not elastic and flexible but cartilage is elastic and flexible..hence cartilage is present in ligaments.


Give reason rings of cartilage are present in the throat?

The cartilage rings in the throat prevent the trachea from collapsing.


Why cartilage is preasent at the end of the bones in a joint?

cartilage is present at the end of a bone at joints as it is soft so the joints bend and help in doing our work properly.bones are hard but a cartilage is soft.


What type of cartilage forms the epiglottis?

The epiglottis is made up of elastic cartilage, which is a type of cartilage containing elastic fibers that provides flexibility and support. This type of cartilage is present in structures that require both strength and the ability to bend.


What happens when you get hit in the nose?

You get a bloody nose. The cartilage may get broken. And your eyes will probably water pretty badly. You may end up with black eyes. Contrary to the popular myth, one cannot 'drive' the cartilage into the brain and kill anyone.


What type of cartilage is found in the ear and epiglottis?

Elastic cartilage also known as yellow cartilageis a type of cartilage present in the outer ear, Eustachian tube and epiglottis. It contains elastic fiber networks and collagen fibers.


Why is necessary that cartilage is present in all moving joints?

To avoid bone-on-bone friction.


Where in the body cartilage is present?

Cartilage is the substance found between two bones. It is like a lubricant which stops the bones rubbing together.without it are joints wouldn't really work.


What type of cartilage covers the articulating surfaces of bones?

there are 3 types of cartilage. 1Hyaline cartilage: This type of cartilage has very thin fibers having same refractive index as the matrix of the cartilage and thus these fibers are not seen. Hyaline cartilage is the articular cartilage of long bones, sternum, ribs etc. Its color is bluish white and it is flexible. 2Fibrous cartilage: This type of cartilage has numerous white fibers. It is present in the symphysis pubis, and sternoclavicular joint etc. Its color is glistening white and the appearance is opaque. 3Elastic cartilage: This type of cartilage has numerous yellow elastic fibers. It is present in the ear pinna, external auditory meatus, Eustachian tubes, and epiglottis etc. Its color is yellowish and the appearance is opaque.