The type of tissue consisting of cells embedded in an extracellular matrix is ________ tissue.
A) epithelial
B) connective
C) muscle
D) nervous

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Connective tissue is composed of cells that are embedded in an extracellular matrix, which can be either fluid, solid, or semisolid. Epithelial tissue contains cells that are tightly packed together and do not have an extracellular matrix. Muscle tissue is composed of specialized cells called muscle fibers that can contract, while nervous tissue is composed of specialized cells called neurons that transmit electrical signals.

The Type of Tissue Consisting of Cells Embedded in an Extracellular