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What type of muscle is primarily responsible for the contractility of the heart?
Which of the following structures contains the pacemaker system for the heart?
What is the shape of cardiac muscle fibers?
What feature connects cardiac muscle cells together?
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Which of the following is NOT a layer of the heart?
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Smooth muscle is described as having which of the following characteristics?
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Cardiac muscle contractions are characterized by which of the following?
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Where is smooth muscle primarily found?
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What surrounds the thoracic cavity and lungs?
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What type of connective tissue forms the temporary skeleton in the embryo?
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What is the function of synovial fluid?
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Which membrane is also known as skin?
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Which type of cartilage absorbs shock and reduces friction in joints?
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What is the primary component that fibroblasts release into the joint cavity?
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What does cartilage primarily provide for your joints?
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What characteristic of cartilage is important for its function in joints?
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What characterizes pseudostratified columnar epithelium?
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What is the primary function of stratified columnar epithelium?
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Where is non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium found?
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What is the key feature of transitional epithelium?
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Which membrane is open to the external environment?
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What type of fluid do serous membranes secrete?
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What distinguishes keratinized stratified squamous epithelium from non-keratinized?
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Which type of epithelium is primarily found in the urethra and anus?
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What is a major contributor to the pain of Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)?
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Which characteristic is true of compact bone?
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What is a feature of spongy bone?
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Which type of microorganisms is included in the study of microbiology?
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What defines eukaryotes?
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What function is primarily associated with blood as a connective tissue?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of micro-organisms?
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What is the primary structural component of compact bone?
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What is the primary feature of tissues with mechanical function?
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Which type of connective tissue cell is classified as a fixed cell?
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What is the composition of the extracellular matrix primarily made up of?
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Which type of fiber is NOT a component of connective tissue?
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What is the role of the articular disc in the temporomandibular joint?
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Which type of connective tissue is characterized by a high density of fibers?
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Which of the following substances is responsible for good compressive resistance in the extracellular matrix?
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What type of joint is the temporomandibular joint classified as?
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Study Notes
Epithelial Tissue Types
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Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium: Appears stratified due to varying nucleus levels; all cells contact the basement membrane but not all reach the lumen; found in the inner ear and prostate gland.
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Stratified Squamous Epithelium: Comprised of multiple cell layers that flatten from basal to apical layer; provides protection against abrasion; can be keratinized (outer layer of dead cells, e.g., skin) or non-keratinized (moist, e.g., oral cavity).
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Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium: Multiple layers with outermost layer being cuboidal; limited distribution primarily in the uterus and anus.
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Stratified Columnar Epithelium: Features multiple layers with the topmost being columnar; primary function is protection.
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Transitional Epithelium: Multi-layered with outermost dome-shaped cells that stretch; allows for bladder expansion; mainly found in the urinary tract.
Membranes
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Types of Membranes: Mucous, Serous, Synovial, Cutaneous.
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Mucous Membrane: Contains mucous cells, lines cavities open to the external environment, rich in mucous glands for moisture; mucous comprises 95% water and facilitates protection.
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Serous Membrane: Lines body cavities not open to the outside; composed of mesoderm-derived epithelium with parietal (outer) and visceral (inner) layers, producing serous fluid.
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Synovial Membrane: Lines joint cavities in movable joints; fibroblasts produce hyaluronan, contributing to synovial fluid that nourishes cartilage.
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Cutaneous Membrane: Known as skin, consists of stratified squamous epithelium resting on connective tissue, offering protection against pathogens.
Cartilage
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Definition & Function: Firm, avascular connective tissue forming temporary skeleton; serves as a model for bones and provides flexibility at articular surfaces of joints.
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Types of Cartilage: Contains hyaline, elastic, and fibrocartilage, cushioning joints and reducing friction.
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Shock Absorption: Cartilage absorbs force during movement, minimizing stress on bones akin to shoe cushioning.
Muscle Tissue
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Smooth Muscle: Spindle-shaped, autonomic nervous control, capable of sustained contractions; located in the alimentary canal.
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Cardiac Muscle: Forms heart's middle layer; striated, branched cells under involuntary control; features intercalated discs allowing synchronized contraction.
Extracellular Matrix
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Components: Main feature of mechanically functioning tissues like ligaments; includes glycosaminoglycans providing structural support and resisting compressive forces.
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Tissue Types:
- Fixed Cells: Fibroblasts, adipocytes, macrophages, mast cells.
- Transient Cells: Plasma cells, eosinophils.
Joint Structure
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ): Synovial, condylar, and hinge-type joint with fibrocartilaginous surfaces; features articular disc for cavity division and capsule for joint support.
Bone Structure
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Types of Bone:
- Compact Bone: Dense structure with osteons, containing central canals and concentric lamellae; interconnects blood vessels.
- Spongy Bone: Latticework of trabeculae, lighter, encloses marrow spaces.
Blood
- Specialized Connective Tissue: Connects body systems, facilitates transportation of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products.
Introduction to Microbiology
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Definition: Study of microorganisms, typically too small to be visible to the naked eye (0.1-0.2mm in diameter).
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Types of Microorganisms: Includes bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and protozoa.
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Eukaryotes: Large, complex organisms with defined nuclei and membrane-bound organelles, exist as single or multicellular forms.
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This quiz explores the various membranes that surround different cavities and organs in the human body. Learn about the pleura, pericardium, tunica vaginalis, and peritoneum, along with their functions and characteristics. Test your knowledge of the anatomy and histology of these vital structures.
