Examination of a tissue sample reveals relatively few cells with a large amount of intercellular material. The tissue is most likely
A) muscle.
B) nervous.
C) epithelium.
D) connective tissue.
E) adipose tissue.

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Connective tissue is composed of few cells embedded in a large amount of extracellular matrix. Muscle tissue consists mostly of muscle cells or fibers, nervous tissue consists of neurons and their supporting cells, epithelial tissue is composed of closely packed cells that cover the outside of the body or line internal organs, and adipose tissue is made up primarily of fat cells.

Examination of a Tissue Sample Reveals Relatively Few Cells with a Large