Fibrocartilage. Light micrograph of fibrocartilage. This type of cartilage is found in the intervertebral discs, joints, and the connections between s


Fibrocartilage. Light micrograph of fibrocartilage. This type of cartilage is found in the intervertebral discs, joints, and the connections between some tendons and bones. It is composed of alternating layers of cartilage matrix and collagen fibres (pink). Cartilage contains no blood vessels, nerve fibres or lymphatic vessels. Magnification unknown.


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