관절, 귀, 코 등에 있는 단단하고 탄력 있는 흰색의 결합 조직
A firm, flexible, and whitish connective tissue found in various parts of the body, such as the joints, outer ear, and nose.
예문:
"The shark's skeleton is composed entirely of cartilage rather than bone."
"As children grow, much of their cartilage gradually hardens into solid bone."
무릎 관절 등 특정 부위에 있는 개별적인 연골 구조물
A specific anatomical structure or piece of this tissue, especially one located within a joint like the knee.
예문:
"The athlete underwent surgery to repair a torn cartilage in his left knee."
"Wear and tear on the joint cartilages can lead to chronic pain and inflammation."