Dense Connective Tissue That Covers the Ovary is Called The

Question

Dense connective tissue that covers the ovary is called the
A) ovarian hilum.
B) fibrous capsule.
C) tunica vaginalis.
D) broad ligament.
E) tunica albuginea.

Accepted Answer

The dense connective tissue that covers the ovary is called the tunica albuginea. The other options are incorrect: 
A) ovarian hilum is the area on the ovary where blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves enter and exit
B) fibrous capsule is a layer of connective tissue surrounding organs like the kidneys
C) tunica vaginalis is a serous membrane surrounding the testis in males
D) broad ligament is a sheet-like fold of peritoneum that attaches the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries to the pelvic wall