Question

Which type of cartilage is found in the nose?

• A. Elastic cartilage
• B. Hyaline cartilage
• C. Calcified cartilage
• D. Ligaments

Answer 1

The correct option is B Hyaline cartilage

Cartilage is a flexible but strong supportive connective tissue. There are three types of cartilage namely, hyaline, elastic and fibrocartilage.

Hyaline cartilage is found as supportive tissues in the nose, ears, trachea, etc.

Fibrocartilage is found in invertebral discs, joint capsules, ligaments, etc.

Elastic cartilage is found in the external ear, epiglottis, etc.