Question

Which of the following tissues are correctly matched to their function?

• A. Blood - Protection against infection
• B. Muscles - Transmission of neural signals
• C. Nerve fibers - Movement and locomotion
• D. Bones - Protection of vital parts

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

Bones - Protection of vital parts

$\bullet$ Blood is a fluid connective tissue. The fluid component of blood is called plasma, while the cellular components consists of RBCs, WBCs and platelets. WBCs help to protect the body against infections.
$\bullet$ Muscular tissues help in voluntary movement (e.g. walking) and involuntary movement (e.g. peristalsis).
$\bullet$ Nerve fibres pass on information by transmitting electrical signals.
$\bullet$ Bones are connective tissue which provide the skeletal framework and protect vital organs of the body.