What three parts primarily make up connective tissue?

Areolar Connective Tissue

Location: Around blood vessels, nerves, and organs.

Function: Provides strength, elasticity, support and immune system protection.

Adipose Connective Tissue (Fat)

Function: Store energy, provide protection, and insulate.

Location: Around organs, subcutaneous layer (between skin and muscle)

Reticular Connective Tissue

Location: Around organs such as the liver, kidney, spleen, and lymph organs.

Function: To support and hold together organs and adipose tissue (fat).