Question

The type of connective tissue that is associated with the umbilical cord is

• A. Areolar connective tissue
• B. Jelly-like connective tissue
• C. Adipose connective tissue
• D. Reticular connective tissue

Answer 1

The correct option is B Jelly-like connective tissue

• The jelly-like mucoid connective tissue associated with umbilical cord is known as Wharton's Jelly.
• It is a gelatinous substance largely made up of polysaccharides and derived from the extraembryonic mesoderm.
• It's function is to provide support for the vein and arteries of the umbilical cord.
  

So, the correct option is 'Jelly-like connective tissue'.