Question

Which of the following tissue is more elastic?

• A. Bone
• B. Cartilage
• C. Ligament
• D. Adipose tissue

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Cartilage

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Cartilage is the specialized connective tissue that is compact and less vascular and very flexible.
2. It is found in joints and discs between vertebrae.
3. Cartilage provides support and flexibility to body parts.
4. It also smoothens the surface of joints.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Bones are strong and stiff, giving the body its shape, protecting internal organs, and holding together the soft parts such as blood vessels, nerves, etc.
2. Bones are very strong, yet they are also very lightweight.

Option C:

1. Ligaments are the elastic structure that connects bones to bones. It is highly elastic and has great strength.
2. Ligaments strengthen the joint and permit normal movement of bone but prevent over-flexion and over-extension.

Option D:

1. Adipose tissue is oval and filled with fat droplets. It is found below the skin and in the bone marrow.
2. It acts as a fat reservoir.
3. It also acts as an insulator. It reduces the loss of fat from the body, that is, it regulates body temperature.

Final answer: Cartilage is more elastic.