Question

Question 21
Which of the following cells is found in the cartilaginous tissue of the body?

(a) Mast cells
(b) Basophils
(c) Osteocytes
(d) Chondrocytes

Answer 1

(d) Chondrocytes

1. Chondrocytes, or chondrocytes in lacunae, are cells found in cartilage connective tissue.
2. They are the only cells located in cartilage.
3. They produce and maintain the cartilage matrix, which is a type of lake in which the chondrocytes swim.
4. Chondrocytes are present in hyaline cartilage.