Which correctly matches connective tissue type with its function?
1.endomysium - a layer of collagen that forms a layer around the whole muscle 2.epimysium - a layer or connective tissue that surrounds each bundle of muscle fibers
3.perimysium -a layer of connective tissue that adds support and protection to each muscle fiber
4.deep fascia - helps organize masses of tissue into compact bundles to keep them in a specific location
Th correct option is 4. There are different types of connective tissues and each have its own function. The deep fascia is the connective tissue that is responsible for support and protection of other muscles and soft tissue structures. The muscle usually surround other muscles, nerves and blood vessels and it bind all these structures together. The deep fascia muscle does not have fat, it is inelastic in nature and quite tough because of the high content of elastin which it possesses.
