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What is the sequence of organization in tissue organization?
What is the study of tissues called?
Histology
Match the types of tissues with their main functions:
Epithelial = Covering Connective = Support Muscle = Movement Nervous = Control
What are the two main ways to classify epithelial tissue?
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What are the types of connective tissue?
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What is the primary role of connective tissue?
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What is found within connective tissue?
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What are the three types of protein fibers in connective tissue?
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What does loose connective tissue contain?
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What are the functions of connective tissue?
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What is the main function of cartilage?
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The types of cartilage include: Hyaline, Fibrocartilage, and ______ cartilage.
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What are the characteristics of muscle tissue?
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What is the main cell type found in nervous tissue?
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Study Notes
Tissue Organization
- Hierarchical structure: Chemical → Cells → Tissues → Organs → Organ Systems → Organism.
- Cells combine to form tissues, which share similar structures and functions.
- Histology is the study of tissues.
Types of Tissues
- Four primary types:
- Epithelial - Covers body surfaces.
- Connective - Provides support.
- Muscle - Facilitates movement.
- Nervous - Controls bodily functions.
Epithelial Tissue
- Covers body surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands.
- Classified by cell layers:
- Simple (single layer) and Stratified (multiple layers).
- Classified by cell shape:
- Squamous (flat), Cuboidal (cube-shaped), Columnar (tall).
Connective Tissue
- Characterized by cells in a supportive matrix.
- Most diverse and abundant tissue, supports, protects, and binds organs.
- Types include tendons, ligaments, adipose tissue, cartilage, bone, and blood.
Components of Connective Tissue
- Composed of:
- Cells
- Protein fibers
- Ground substance (extracellular matrix).
Cells in Connective Tissue
- Specific types include:
- Adipocytes in adipose tissue.
- Chondrocytes in cartilage.
Protein Fibers in Connective Tissue
- Provide strength and support:
- Collagen fibers - Strong and flexible; common in tendons and ligaments.
- Reticular fibers - Thinner, tough and flexible; found in lymph nodes and spleen.
- Elastic fibers - Stretch and recoil; present in lungs and blood vessels.
Ground Substance in Connective Tissue
- Contains large molecules and water, where cells and fibers are embedded.
- Similar in texture to cytoplasm.
Functions of Connective Tissue
- Serves multiple roles:
- Physical protection.
- Structural support and framework.
- Binding structures together.
- Storage of energy and nutrients.
- Transport of substances.
- Immune protection.
Types of Connective Tissue
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Loose Connective Tissue - Includes:
- Areolar: under the skin, highly vascularized.
- Adipose: insulates organs and stores energy.
- Reticular: contains reticular fibers, found in lymphatic organs.
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Dense Connective Tissue - Includes:
- Dense Regular: tightly packed collagen, found in tendons and ligaments.
- Dense Irregular: fibers arranged in all directions, present under the skin.
- Elastic: allows stretching and recoiling, found in arteries and trachea.
Cartilage in Connective Tissue
- Composed of collagen and elastic fibers; mature cells are chondrocytes.
- Surrounded by dense connective tissue; provides cushioning and flexibility.
Types of Cartilage
- Hyaline Cartilage: Most common; found in nose, trachea, larynx, and costal cartilage.
- Fibrocartilage: Weight-bearing and resists compression; found in intervertebral discs and knee menisci.
- Elastic Cartilage: Flexible and springy; located in the ear.
Bone as Connective Tissue
- More solid than cartilage; provides structural support.
- Bone cells, called osteocytes, are embedded in a matrix.
- Functions include movement levers, organ protection, mineral storage, and blood production.
Blood as Connective Tissue
- Composed of platelets (clotting), erythrocytes (gas transport), and leukocytes (immune defense).
- Ground substance known as plasma.
Muscle Tissue
- Three types:
- Skeletal Muscle: Striated, voluntary; moves skeleton.
- Cardiac Muscle: Involuntary, non-striated; contracts the heart.
- Smooth Muscle: Involuntary, non-striated; moves materials through organs.
Nervous Tissue
- Found in the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
- Composed of neurons, which transmit and process nerve impulses:
- Dendrites receive signals; axons transmit signals.
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Explore the foundational concepts of tissue organization in anatomy with these flashcards. Learn about the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems, as well as the different types of tissues and their functions. Perfect for students studying histology and anatomical structures.
