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Color the Connective Tissue Matrix

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    Color each according to the key below, then label each cell on the diagram. Match the structure to its function:
    collagen fibers [A] yellow
    fibroblasts [B] blue
    mast cells [C] purple 
    macrophages [D] orange
    elastic fibers [E] green (shade over the line)
    blood vessel and blood cells [F] red
    fat cells [G] pink
    1. _____ Store Energy
    2. _____ Production of fibers
    3. _____ Consumes debris and foreign objects
    4. _____ Fiber that makes up tendons
    5. _____ Prevention of blood clots

     


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