Connective Tissue Collection (#4)

Stratified squamous epithelium C016 / 0534
Stratified squamous epithelium. Light micrograph of a section through stratified squamous epithelium, showing the multiple layers, or strata, that function to resist abrasion of the surface

Connective tissue, SEM C015 / 9934
Connective tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of connective tissue from the trachea (wind pipe). Connective tissue supports other tissues and organs

Gelatin powder and sheets C015 / 8096
Gelatin powder and sheets. Pure gelatin forms clear sheets (left). Colours (right) can be added with dyes or food colourings

Trachea muscle, SEM C015 / 9935
Trachea muscle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of smooth muscle from the trachea. The trachea (wind pipe) runs from the larynx (voice box) to the lungs

Uterine fibroid, X-ray C014 / 4919
Uterus tumour. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a woman with a fibroid (round, centre) in her uterus. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue (leimyoma)

Uterine fibroid, X-ray C014 / 4918
Uterus tumour. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a woman with a fibroid (orange, round) in her uterus. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue (leimyoma)

Fascia of the thigh, 1831 artwork
Fascia of the thigh. Lateral view (front of body at right) of the external fascia of the muscles of the thigh. Fascia are fibrous connective tissues that surround muscles and other tissues

Arteriole, TEM
Arteriole. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a small calibre arterial vessel called an arteriole

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8490
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8489
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8488
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Muscle tissue, light micrograph C014 / 4598
Muscle tissue. Light micrograph of a section through fibrous connective tissue from a longitudinal muscle tendon

Male pelvic floor, artwork
Male pelvic floor. Computer artwork showing muscles of the pelvic floor. The front of the pelvis is at top. The large triangular muscles at the front of the pelvis is the deep transverse perineal

Pelvic floor, artwork
Male pelvic floor. Computer artwork showing the levator ani muscle of the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor provides support to the pelvic organs, such as the bladder and prostate

Pelvis, artwork
Pelvis. Computer artwork of the pelvis showing the ligaments (white), nerves (yellow) and muscles (pink). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Forearm muscles, artwork
Forearm muscles. Anatomical computer artwork showing the bones (white), muscles (red), and tendons and ligaments (blue) of a human forearm, wrist and hand

Hip ligaments, artwork
Hip ligaments. Computer artwork of a human hip, showing the four ligaments (purple) that connect the femur (thigh bone, lower right) to the pelvis to support the hip joint

Adductor muscles, artwork
Adductor muscles, computer artwork. Rear view of a human upper leg and right hip (top), showing the structure of the right adductor muscles

Hamstring anatomy, artwork
Hamstring anatomy, computer artwork. Rear view of a human upper leg and right hip (top), showing the structure of the right hamstring

Knee ligaments, artwork
Knee ligaments. Computer artwork of a human knee joint, showing the bones (white) and ligaments (purple). The knee joint is formed by the articulation of the femur (thigh bone)

Ankle anatomy, artwork
Ankle anatomy. Computer artwork showing the bone (white) of a human foot, and the ligaments (blue) of the ankle. At far right is the Achilles tendon

Lower leg anatomy, artwork
Lower leg anatomy, computer artwork. Front view of a human lower leg and foot, showing the bones (white), muscles (red) and tendons (blue)

Plantar fascia, artwork
Plantar fascia. Computer artwork of the underside of a human foot, showing the bones and the plantar fascia, a layer of fibrous connective tissue in the sole of the foot that supports the arch

Spinal ligaments, artwork
Spinal ligaments. Computer artwork of the lumbar (lower spine) showing the bones and ligaments (white). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Lactating breast tissue, light micrograph C015 / 7102
Lactating breast tissue. Light micrograph of a section through healthy breast (mammary gland) tissue during lactation. Glandular tissue in the breast has proliferated to produce spaces (alveoli)

Nuchal ligament, artwork
Nuchal ligament. Computer artwork showing the bones of the neck and head, and the nuchal ligament (white, down centre of spine). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Pelvis, artwork C014 / 5105
Pelvis. Computer artwork of the pelvis showing the ligaments (white) and nerves (yellow). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Breast tissue, light micrograph C015 / 6743
Breast tissue. Light micrograph of a section through healthy breast (mammary gland) tissue from a woman who is not pregnant

Bone cancer cell, SEM
Bone cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of a fibrosarcoma (fibroblastic sarcoma) cell, showing the numerous filopodia (hair-like) covering its surface

Thyroid gland, SEM C015 / 6419
Thyroid gland. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fracture through the thyroid gland revealing several follicles (green and blue). Between the follicles is connective tissue (pink)

Articular disk of the jaw, artwork C016 / 2889
Articular disk of the jaw. Artwork of a side view of a human skull with the jaws closed, showing the articular disk (white) and other cartilage of the temporomandibular joint

Articular disk of the jaw, artwork C016 / 2890
Articular disk of the jaw. Artwork of a side view of a human skull with the jaws open, showing the articular disk (white) and other cartilage of the temporomandibular joint

Phalanx joint anatomy, artwork C016 / 2884
Phalanx joint anatomy. Artwork of a sectioned joint between two phalanx bones (phalanges). These are found in the fingers and toes

Global obesity pandemic, conceptual image C013 / 9664
Global obesity pandemic, conceptual composite image. The background is a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of fat cells (adipocytes)

Slipped intervertebral disc, artwork C013 / 4663
Slipped intervertebral disc. Computer artwork of a side view of the vertebral column in a case of a slipped (herniated) disc

Knee ligaments, artwork C013 / 4662
Knee ligaments. Computer artwork of a posterior view of the knee (left), showing some of the ligaments (white), membranes and other connective tissues forming this joint

Collateral knee ligaments, artwork
Knee ligaments. Computer artwork of a posterior view of the knee, showing some of the ligaments (white), membranes and other connective tissues forming this joint

Leg ligaments, artwork C013 / 4656
Leg anatomy. Computer artwork of an anterior view of a human leg, showing the muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue), nerves (yellow)

Wrist ligaments, artwork C013 / 4651
Wrist ligaments. Computer artwork of the bones of a human hand, showing the ligaments (white) holding together the bones of the wrist

Thumb muscles, artwork C013 / 4587
Thumb muscles. Computer artwork of two of the muscles (red) of the thumb and their attachment to the bones of the hand. These are two of the three thenar muscles

Forearm muscle, artwork C013 / 4585
Forearm muscle. Computer artwork of an anterior view of a human arm, showing the flexor pollicis longus muscle (red) of the forearm and its attachments to the bones of the arm, wrist and hand

Frontal arm muscles, artwork C013 / 4584
Frontal arm muscles. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking up a human arm, showing its muscles and tendons (red and white)

Arm anatomy, artwork C013 / 4582
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork of an oblique anterior view looking down a human arm, showing muscles and tendons (brown and white), bones and ligaments (white), arteries and veins (red and blue)

Elbow muscle, artwork C013 / 4580
Elbow muscle. Computer artwork of the supinator muscle (red) of the elbow and its attachments to the bones of the arm. This muscle originates from several points

Calf muscles, artwork C013 / 4576
Calf muscles. Computer artwork of a posterior view of a set of calf muscles (red) and their attachments to the bones of the leg and foot

Calf muscles, artwork C013 / 4575
Calf muscles. Computer artwork of a side view of a set of calf muscles (red) and their attachments to the bones of the leg and foot

Shoulder muscles, artwork C013 / 4513
Shoulder muscles. Computer artwork of an anterior view of two of the muscles (red) of the shoulders and their attachment to the bones of the back and upper arms

Shoulder muscles, artwork C013 / 4515
Shoulder muscles. Computer artwork of a posterior view of two of the muscles (red) of the shoulders and their attachment to the bones of the back and upper arms

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Connective tissue is a remarkable network that holds our bodies together, providing support and structure to various organs and systems. In the anatomy of the human knee joint, connective tissue plays a crucial role in maintaining stability and allowing smooth movement. Lactating breast tissue, as seen under a light microscope, showcases the intricate arrangement of connective fibers that aid in milk production. Examining tendons through scanning electron microscopy reveals their strong composition primarily made up of collagen fibers. These tough yet flexible strands provide resilience and enable efficient transmission of forces between muscles and bones. Artwork depicting outer ankle ligaments (C013 / 4452) illustrates how connective tissue safeguards joints from excessive movements while ensuring proper alignment during physical activities. Similarly, inner ankle ligaments (C013 / 4451) contribute to joint stability by connecting bones within the ankle region. Even on a microscopic level, connective tissue continues to amaze us. Computer artwork showcasing red blood cells highlights their vital role in transporting oxygen throughout our body via an intricate network of capillaries embedded within this specialized type of connective tissue. Delving into human tooth anatomy through artwork unveils another aspect where they are present – supporting structures like periodontal ligament that anchor teeth firmly within the jawbone. Fibroblast cells depicted in artwork demonstrate their pivotal function in synthesizing extracellular matrix components such as collagen and elastin – essential for wound healing and maintaining overall tissue integrity. Mesenchymal stem cells captured using scanning electron microscopy exhibit immense potential for regenerative medicine due to their ability to differentiate into various cell types found within different types of connective tissues. The optic nerve fibers imaged under SEM highlight how delicate yet resilient these structures are, responsible for transmitting visual information from our eyes to the brain with utmost precision thanks to surrounding supportive connective tissues. Lastly, examining fat tissue at high magnification reveals its unique structure composed mainly of adipocytes, which store energy and provide insulation.