Tissues matched to their functions
Structural support > Connective tissues
Protection of organs > Epithelial tissue
Signal conduction > Nervous tissues
Contraction and relaxation > Muscle tissues
Connective tissues are group of tissues that support and bind other tissues in the body. Connective tissues maintain the structure of the body and provide internal support and cohesion. Examples of connective tissues are bone, cartilage, ligaments, tendons and adipose (fat) tissue.