Question

The rubbery matrix of cartilage is secreted by ________, whereas _______ produce the fibers and ground substance that form the matrix of fibrous connective tissue.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is - Chondroblasts; Fibroblasts

Explanation:

Mesenchymal progenitor cells will form chondrocytes combinedly called Chondroblasts that is responsible for the secretion of the rubbery matrix of cartilage.

Fibroblast on other hand produces fibers and ground substance. These ground substances and fibers make the matrix of the fibrous connective tissue.