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Locomotion and Movement
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Which of the following type of cartilage is found in intervertebral disc of mammal?

  • Hyaline cartilage

  • Fibrous cartilage

  • Calcified cartilage

  • Elastic cartilage

Answer

B.

Fibrous cartilage

White fibrous cartilage contains more collagen fibres and lack perichondrium. It is the strongest cartilage in vertebrate body and is required where great tensile strength, flexibility and rigidity is needed. It is found in intervertebral disks and pubic symphysis of pelvic girdle.

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