2. Elastic Cartilage (Connective Tissue)
• Morphological Features: Elastic cartilage contains a dense network of elastic fibers along with chondrocytes in lacunae. This gives it a flexible yet strong structure, allowing it to withstand repeated bending.
• Location: Elastic cartilage is found in structures requiring elasticity, such as the epiglottis, the auricle of the ear, and the Eustachian tubes.

3. Cerebellum (Nervous Tissue)
• Morphological Features: Nervous tissue is composed of neurons and glial cells. In the cerebellum, you can see distinct layers: the molecular layer (with a rich network of neuron processes), the Purkinje layer (containing large Purkinje cells), and the granule layer (with small, densely packed granule cells). The white matter contains myelinated axons.
• Location: The cerebellum is located at the back of the brain, beneath the occipital lobes. It plays a crucial role in motor control, balance, and coordination.
4. Cardiac Muscle (Muscle Tissue)
• Morphological Features: Cardiac muscle tissue is striated and involuntary, characterized by branched fibers and intercalated discs that facilitate rapid electrical conduction. It contains a single central nucleus per cell and has a striated appearance due to the arrangement of actin and myosin.
• Location: Cardiac muscle forms the walls of the heart and is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

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