Which one of the following contains the largest quantity of extracellular material?

Striated muscle

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Areolar tissue

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Stratified epithelium

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Myelinated nerve fibers

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is B Areolar tissue
The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a collection of extracellular molecules secreted by cells that provide structural and biochemical support to the surrounding cells. The areolar tissue contains the largest quantity of extracellular material. It holds organs in place and attaches epithelial tissue to other underlying tissues.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Which one of the following options contains structures that distinguish a nerve cell from other types of cell?

___ is the unit of a nerve tissue which helps in the transmission of nerve impulses.

Layer under epidermis that contains connective tissue, hair follicles, sweat glands and nerve endings is known as:

Join BYJU'S Learning Program