Question

Why is cartilage flexible?

Answer 1

Answer:

➠The matrix of cartilage is made up of glycosaminoglycans, proteoglycans, collagen fibers and, sometimes, elastin. Because of its rigidity, cartilage often serves the purpose of holding tubes open in the body.

Answer 2

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Elastic Cartilage

Elastic or yellow cartilage contains elastic fiber networks and collagen fibers. ... They give elastic cartilage great flexibility so it can withstand repeated bending. Chondrocytes lie between the fibers.

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