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.

Excessive growth hormone prior to puberty could result in

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

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

The three types of connective tissue include

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

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

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.