Which type of cartilage is present in trachea

Elastic

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Hyaline

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Calcified

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Fibrous

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Solution

The correct option is B Hyaline
There are three types of cartilage: Hyaline, fibro and Elastic.
Hyaline - most common, found in the ribs, nose, larynx, trachea.
Fibro- is found in invertebral discs, joint capsules, ligaments.
Elastic - is found in the external ear, epiglottis and larynx.

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