Suppose that you were involved in an automobile accident and suffered a back injury.When examined by your physician you are told that you have a slipped disc in the lower back.Because you have now taken this class you know what tissue is involved.It is
A)adipose tissue.
B)bone.
C)elastic cartilage.
D)fibrocartilage.
E)dense regular connective tissue.

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The tissue involved in a slipped disc in the lower back is fibrocartilage. Fibrocartilage is found in areas where strong support and the ability to withstand pressure are required. It is the type of cartilage that makes up the intervertebral discs that are located between the vertebrae of the spine. In a slipped disc, the nucleus pulposus (the gel-like substance inside the disc) can bulge or rupture through the fibrocartilage, causing pressure on surrounding nerves and resulting in pain or numbness.

Suppose That You Were Involved in an Automobile Accident and Suffered