Connective tissues have
A)many densely-packed cells without an extracellular matrix.
B)a supporting material such as chondroitin sulfate.
C)an epithelial origin.
D)relatively few cells and a large amount of extracellular matrix.
E)the ability to transmit electrochemical impulses.

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Connective tissues are characterized by having relatively few cells and a large amount of extracellular matrix. This matrix is made up of fibers and ground substance, which can vary in composition depending on the specific type of connective tissue.

Connective Tissues Have