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Serga [27]
2 years ago
13

Which of the following is NOT a role of connective tissue?

Biology
1 answer:
Mashcka [7]2 years ago
7 0

Answer:

D. ABSORPTION

Explanation:

Connective tissues are a type of tissue, made up of ground substance, fibers and cells.

Connecting tissues perform tissue support function using collagen, elastic, reticular fibers.

It is also involved in transport of substances using hemoglobin in blood for transport of nutrients and oxygen, insulating the body, storing of fuel.

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