Question

Connective tissue contains fibroblasts that are responsible for: A. providing a fibrous framework for capillaries. B. synthesis of collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers. C. forming tendons and the fascia that covers muscles. D. filling spaces between tissues to keep organs in place.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B.

Step-by-step explanation:

The fibroblast is a dynamic cell, which exerts tissue functions at the local level and the immune system. Among its main functions is the formation of connective tissue fibers called collagen and elastin; The fibroblast performs other equally important roles such as: The production and maintenance of the fundamental substance in which its fibrous products are embedded, it has the ability to synthesize and phagocytize collagen and extracellular matrix components in connective tissue remodeling processes.