Fibrocartilage (Intervertebral Disc)

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Histological section of fibrocartilage stained with a connective tissue stain, showing dense bundles of type I and type II collagen fibers arranged in parallel. Scattered chondrocytes are located within lacunae, often forming small isogenous nests. Fibroblasts are interspersed among the collagen fibers, contributing to matrix production. The image illustrates the structural organization of fibrocartilage, combining features of dense connective tissue and cartilage for tensile strength and resilience.
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University of Tasmania, J. Chapman

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