Which of the following structures is likely to consist of dense irregular collagenous connective tissue?

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The dermis of the skin is likely to consist of dense irregular collagenous connective tissue, which provides strength and support to the skin. Tendons also consist of collagen fibers, but they are more organized and aligned in a parallel fashion, forming a dense regular connective tissue. Cartilage consists of chondrocytes and extracellular matrix, but not as many collagen fibers as dense irregular collagenous connective tissue. Elastic ligaments contain more elastic fibers than collagen fibers. Bones consist of mineralized extracellular matrix and bone cells, but not collagen fibers in a dense irregular fashion.

Which of the Following Structures Is Likely to Consist of Dense