Connective tissues perform numerous essential functions: - Support and Protection: They provide structural support to tissues and organs and protect vital organs. - Binding and Connecting: They bind tissues together, as seen in tendons and ligaments. - Storage: Adipose tissue stores energy in the form of fat, and bone stores minerals such as calcium and phosphorus. - Transport: Blood transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste products throughout the body. - Immune Response: Connective tissues play a role in immune defense by housing various immune cells.
