This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy
The type of cartilage shown in the colour plate: 
Select and explain. 
A. Hyaline cartilage, B. Elastic cartilage, C. Fibrocartilage, D. Mixed cartilage
A: Hyaline cartilage
Answer: A: Hyaline cartilage 
Explanation: There are three types of cartilage:

Hyaline—most common; matrix contains a moderate amount of collagen fibers (e.g., articular surfaces of bones)
Elastic—matrix contains collagen fibers along with a large number of elastic fibers (e.g., external ear)
Fibrocartilage—matrix contains a limited number of cells and ground substance amidst a substantial amount of collagen fibers (e.g., intervertebral discs).