| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| fibroblast | A cell in connective tissue that produces collagen and other fibers |
| fibroblasts | A cell in connective tissue that produces collagen and other fibers |
| monocyte | a large white blood cell with finely granulated chromatin dispersed throughout the nucleus that is formed in the bone marrow, enters the blood, and migrates into the connective tissue where it differentiates into a macrophage |
| chondroitin | A compound that is a major constituent of cartilage and other connective tissue. It is a glycosaminoglycan and occurs mainly in the form of sulfate esters |
| lipocyte | cell in loose connective tissue that is specialized for the synthesis and storage of fat |
