In stratified epithelia adapted to resist mechanical forces, which of the following types of cell-to-cell junctions are especially abundant?

A(n) ________, or closed, fracture does not break the skin.

In ________ growth, cartilage grows wider or thicker in diameter.

The layer of hard keratin that coats the hair is termed the

Excessive growth hormone prior to puberty could result in

The three types of connective tissue include

The layer of the skin that contains bundles of collagen and elastic fibers responsible for the strength of the skin is the ________ layer.

The matrix of hyaline cartilage consists of abundant collagen fibers hidden in a rubbery matrix.

The region of a long bone between the end and the shaft is known as the

Melanin is found in the uppermost layer of skin and helps prevent water loss.