NEET Zoology Tissues Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): Loose connective tissue is found beneath the skin. | Reason (R): Loose connective tissue consists of cells and fibres loosely arranged in a semi-fluid ground substance.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that loose connective tissue, such as areolar tissue, is present beneath the skin and is characterized by a loose arrangement of cells and fibres in a semi-fluid ground substance.
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