Question

Lacunae are present in

• A. certain types of epithelium
• B. all connective tissues
• C. all connective tissues with solid matrix
• D. bone only

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Lacunae are spaces in which cells are present in connective tissues which have solid matrix. Cartilage and bone are connective tissues having solid matrix. Cartilage has a solid but pliable matrix. Lacunae in cartilage contain cells called chondrocytes. Bone has a solid but non-pliable matrix. Lacunae in bone contain cells called chondrocytes.