Which of the following cells is found in the cartilaginous tissue of the body?
(a) Mast cells
(b) Basophils
(c) Osteocytes
(d) Chondrocytes
Answer- (d)
Solution- The mast cells is a granulocyte, found in areolar tissue. Basophils provide immunity and are a type of WBC. Osteocytes are cells found in the bones. Chondrocytes are found in the cartilaginous tissue of the body involed in producing and maintaning the cartilaginous matrix.
The correct option is – (d)- Chondrocytes