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Connective tissue is 1 of the 4 basic tissue types of the body. As the term suggests, connective tissue encompasses a group of tissues that connect, support, and bind other tissues and structures. Although connective tissues are highly diverse, they share common structural and functional characteristics that justify their classification as a single tissue category. Connective tissue is broadly divided into 2 major groups: connective tissue proper and specialized connective tissue. Connective tissue proper is further classified into loose and dense connective tissues. Specialized connective tissues are more varied in structure and function and are distinguished by unique cell types and ground substances. This category includes adipose tissue, cartilage, bone, blood, and reticular tissue. See Image. Connective Tissue.