Question

Which among the following is not characteristic of yellow fibers of connective tissue?

• A. Contain elastin
• B. Fewer in number
• C. Straight and branched
• D. Provide toughness and strength

Answer 1

The correct option is D Provide toughness and strength

• In the matrix of connective tissue, three kinds of fibers are present - white fibers, reticulin fibers, and yellow or elastic fibers.
• The white fibers are wavy, unbranched, and found in bundles.
• The yellow fibers are elastic, single, straight, and branched. They contain elastin and provides elasticity. They don't provide toughness and strength.
• Reticular fibers are made up of reticulin protein. They are delicate, freely branching and inelastic fibers, found interwoven to form networks.
  

So, the correct answer is option D.