Elastic cartilage and fibrous cartilage are the other two. Many authorities regard the last as a transitional form between cartilage and connective tissue proper. As with all CT's, cartilage is a combination of cells, fibers, and intercellular matrix material. The fibrillar components provide for shape retention and tensile strength, while the viscous, hydrated matrix absorbs compression forces. In the case of hyaline cartilage, the matrix material is the predominant element.
Hyaline cartilage is found in several places.
To see an example of hyaline cartilage, click here. Begin with slide 1208, which includes a piece of trachea. Slide 26 is another example of trachea. This organ is supported by C -shaped rings of hyaline cartilage. The cells you see in this tissue are the chondrocytes .