29 Questions
What is the primary function of elastic connective tissue located in the walls of large arteries?
To maintain normal blood pressure by recoiling
Which body part has elastic connective tissue surrounding the alveoli?
Lungs
Why does normal exhalation not require 'work' or energy according to the text?
Thanks to the normal elasticity of the lungs
What characteristic makes fibrous connective tissue's repair process slow?
Poor blood supply
In what situation would healing from a severely sprained ankle take several months according to the text?
When ligaments are overly stretched
Which type of cartilage is extremely densely packed with collagen fibers and useful for resisting compressive forces and physical shock?
Fibrocartilage
Where is elastic cartilage found in the body?
External ear (pinna)
Which type of tissue controls the body's movements, sends signals, and carries signals to different body parts?
Nervous tissue
What are the three main locations where fibrocartilage is found in the body?
Intervertebral disks, menisci of the knee, pubic symphysis
Which type of tissue describes groups of organized cells that control the nervous system?
Nervous tissue
What is the main function of elastic cartilage in the body?
Providing flexibility and elasticity
What is the main role of adipose tissue?
Energy storage in the form of fat
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a function of adipose tissue?
Producing insulin
What is the function of Leptin in the body?
Regulating fat storage and calorie consumption
Where is most of the fat stored in the body?
Subcutaneously in areolar connective tissue
What happens to appetite when leptin secretion diminishes?
Appetite increases
In addition to storing energy and cushioning organs, what other role does recent research attribute to adipose tissue?
Endocrine function as it produces at least one hormone
What type of cells are smooth muscles made of?
Spindle-shaped cells with central nuclei and striations
What happens to individual fibers in smooth muscles when connected by gap junctions?
They can contract in unison
In the absence of gap junctions, how do smooth muscles contract?
They contract individually like skeletal muscles
Where are smooth muscles predominantly located in the body?
In the walls of hollow organs
What is the function of smooth muscles in the gastrointestinal tract?
To propel foodstuffs through the tract
Which structure is an example of smooth muscle location mentioned in the text?
Gallbladder
What is the process of replacing worn-out and damaged tissues with original cell types called?
Regeneration
Which nutrient is essential for the production of collagen and new blood vessels?
Vitamin C
Which tissue type contains stem cells that can divide for tissue repair?
Epithelium of the gut
What is the main function of scaffolding in tissue engineering for cell growth in culture?
Serving as a substrate for cell growth
Which factors contribute to the decline in tissue repair efficiency with aging?
Slowed cell division and protein synthesis
Which type of tissues can not divide and are not replaced according to the text?
Muscle tissues
Test your knowledge on the functions and storage of adipose tissue, which plays a key role in storing energy as fat, cushioning, and insulating the body. Learn about how excess calories are converted to triglycerides and stored, as well as the composition and location of adipose tissue in the body.
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