General Anatomy & Embryology · NEET PG Preparation Anatomy
Which of the following types of cartilage lacks a perichondrium, making its repair and regeneration exceptionally poor following injury?
Practice question from General Anatomy & Embryology (NEET PG Preparation Anatomy), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-F1C17D
Which of the following types of cartilage lacks a perichondrium, making its repair and regeneration exceptionally poor following injury?
- A.Hyaline cartilage of the costal cartilages
- B.Articular cartilageCorrect answer
- C.Elastic cartilage of the external ear
- D.Costal hyaline cartilage
Solution
Articular cartilage is a specialized form of hyaline cartilage that covers the surfaces of bones in synovial joints. Unlike most other hyaline and elastic cartilages, articular cartilage lacks a perichondrium, which restricts its ability to heal after damage.
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