Cells That Engulf Bacteria or Cell Debris Within Loose Connective

Question

Cells that engulf bacteria or cell debris within loose connective tissue are
A) fibroblasts.
B) macrophages.
C) adipocytes.
D) mast cells.
E) melanocytes.

Accepted Answer

Macrophages are specialized immune cells that engulf and digest invading bacteria and other cell debris in loose connective tissues. Fibroblasts are cells that produce and maintain the extracellular matrix, while adipocytes store fat, mast cells release histamine and other inflammatory molecules, and melanocytes produce melanin pigment.