fibrocartilage (Meaning)
fibrocartilage (n)
cartilage that is largely composed of fibers like those in ordinary connective tissue
fibrocartilage (n.)
A kind of cartilage with a fibrous matrix and approaching fibrous connective tissue in structure.
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cartilage that is largely composed of fibers like those in ordinary connective tissueA kind of cartilage with a fibrous matrix and approaching fibrous connectiv
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Fibrocartilage is a type of cartilage found in intervertebral discs, menisci, and articular discs.
Fibrocartilage is composed of a network of collagen fibers embedded in a matrix of chondrocytes.
The collagen fibers in fibrocartilage are responsible for its strength and toughness.
The chondrocytes in fibrocartilage are responsible for maintaining the matrix and producing new collagen fibers.
