Which Type of Cell Secretes the Fibers and Ground Substance

Question

Which type of cell secretes the fibers and ground substance of connective tissue?
A)Fibroblasts
B)Platelets
C)Adipocytes
D)Mast cells
E)Leukocytes

Accepted Answer

Fibroblasts are the main type of cell that secretes the fibers and ground substance of connective tissue. They are responsible for producing collagen, elastin, and other extracellular matrix proteins that make up the structural framework of the tissue. Platelets are involved in clotting, adipocytes store fat, mast cells release histamine in response to injury or inflammation, and leukocytes are immune cells.