Hyaline Cartilage Collection

Arm circulation, anatomical artwork C013 / 7419
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork showing the muscles (brown), ligaments (white), arteries (red), veins (blue), lymph vessels (yellow), and lymph nodes (round, yellow) of a human arm

Vocal cords, artwork
Vocal cords. Computer artwork of a rear view of the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, and the vocal cords (centre)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork C014 / 0402
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink).Above the larynx is the hyoid bone (white)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork C014 / 0404
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. The larynx, also known as the voice box, is purple/grey. It is surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

Healthy larynx and thyroid, artwork C014 / 0400
Healthy larynx and thyroid, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

Healthy larynx, artwork C014 / 0403
Healthy larynx, computer artwork. At centre is the larynx (purple/grey), also known as the voice box, surrounded by the thyroid cartilage (pink)

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

Knee anatomy, artwork C016 / 2883
Knee flexion anatomy. Artwork of a frontal (anterior) view of the bones and some of the cartilage and ligaments of a flexed knee joint

Knee flexion anatomy, artwork C016 / 2880
Knee flexion anatomy. Artwork of a side (lateral) view of the bones and some of the cartilage and ligaments and tendons of a flexed (left) and extended (right) knee joint

Knee flexion anatomy, artwork C016 / 2881
Knee flexion anatomy. Artwork of a side (lateral) view of the bones and some of the cartilage and ligaments and tendons of a flexed knee joint

Knee flexion anatomy, artwork C016 / 2879
Knee flexion anatomy. Artwork of a frontal (anterior) view of the bones and some of the cartilage and ligaments of an extended (left) and flexed (right) knee joint

Arm anatomy, anatomical artwork C013 / 7424
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork showing the muscles (brown), ligaments (beige), arteries (red), veins (blue), and lymph vessels (orange) of a human arm

Arm anatomy, anatomical artwork C013 / 7423
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork showing the muscles (brown), ligaments (white), arteries (red), veins (blue), lymph vessels (yellow), and lymph nodes (round, yellow) of a human arm

Arm anatomy, anatomical artwork C013 / 7422
Arm anatomy. Computer artwork showing the muscles (brown), ligaments (white), arteries (red), veins (blue), lymph vessels (yellow), and lymph nodes (round, yellow) of a human arm

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)

Hip anatomy, artwork C013 / 4430
Hip anatomy. Computer artwork of the head of the left femur (centre right) articulating with the left-hand side of the pelvis to form the hip joint

Leg muscles, artwork C013 / 4429
Leg muscles. Computer artwork of the bones and outer muscles of the left leg, seen from the front (anterior view) at an oblique angle looking downwards

Hyaline cartilage, SEM
Hyaline cartilage. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze-fractured section through hyaline cartilage, a semi-rigid connective tissue

Cartilage cells, TEM
Cartilage cells. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through chondrocytes from nasal hyaline cartilage

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Hyaline cartilage is a vital component of our body's structure, providing support and flexibility to various organs and joints. From the intricate network of blood vessels in our arms to the delicate vocal cords that allow us to communicate, hyaline cartilage plays a crucial role. In anatomical artwork C013/7419, we can observe how hyaline cartilage surrounds and nourishes the arm circulation. Its smooth texture allows for easy movement while maintaining stability. Moving on to the vocal cords, depicted in another captivating artwork, we see how hyaline cartilage forms their framework. This resilient tissue ensures proper functioning of these essential structures involved in speech production. Artwork C014/0402 showcases a healthy larynx and thyroid supported by hyaline cartilage. This strong yet flexible material provides structural integrity to these vital organs responsible for voice modulation and hormone regulation. The importance continues with additional artworks depicting its presence in knee joints (C016/2884) and knee flexion (C016/2880-2881). These illustrations highlight how this specialized connective tissue cushions joint surfaces during movement, reducing friction and preventing wear-and-tear damage. As we explore further into phalanx joint anatomy (C016/2884), we discover that even our fingers rely on hyaline cartilage for smooth articulation. Its presence enables fluid finger movements necessary for daily activities like typing or gripping objects securely. Whether it's supporting arm circulation or ensuring optimal function of vocal cords, larynx, thyroid gland, knees or finger joints – hyaline cartilage proves itself as an indispensable component within our bodies' intricate machinery.