Animal Form and Function
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Which of the following is responsible for nearly all types of body movement?

  • Epithelial tissue
  • Muscle tissue (correct)
  • Nervous tissue
  • Connective tissue

Which type of tissue covers the outside of the body and lines the organs and cavities within the body?

  • Epithelial tissue (correct)
  • Connective tissue
  • Muscle tissue
  • Nervous tissue

Which type of tissue holds many tissues and organs together and in place?

  • Muscle tissue
  • Epithelial tissue
  • Nervous tissue
  • Connective tissue (correct)

Which type of tissue functions in the receipt, processing, and transmission of information?

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Which type of tissue contains cells that are closely packed and may have cuboidal, columnar, or squamous shape?

<p>Epithelial tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue holds organs in place and is found in tendons and ligaments?

<p>Connective tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue is responsible for voluntary movement?

<p>Muscle tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue is responsible for contraction of the heart?

<p>Muscle tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system releases signaling molecules called hormones that are carried to all locations in the body?

<p>The endocrine system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system transmits information along dedicated routes, connecting specific locations in the body?

<p>The nervous system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a multicellular organization require in order to work?

<p>Every cell having access to a suitable aqueous environment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between rate of exchange and a cell's surface area?

<p>Rate of exchange is directly proportional to surface area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is interstitial fluid?

<p>Fluid that fills the space between cells in animals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of body walls in saclike organisms?

<p>To facilitate diffusion of materials (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four main types of animal tissues?

<p>The four main types of animal tissues are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of epithelial tissue?

<p>Epithelial tissue covers the outside of the body and lines the organs and cavities within the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of connective tissue fibers?

<p>The three types of connective tissue fibers are collagenous fibers, reticular fibers, and elastic fibers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two major systems for coordinating and controlling responses to stimuli in animals?

<p>The two major systems for coordinating and controlling responses to stimuli in animals are the endocrine and the nervous systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is muscle tissue responsible for?

The type of tissue responsible for nearly all body movement.

What is the function of epithelial tissue?

This tissue covers the body's exterior and lines its internal organs and cavities.

What does connective tissue do?

Holding various tissues and organs together, it's found in tendons and ligaments.

What does nervous tissue do?

The type of tissue responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information.

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How are epithelial tissue cells arranged?

Epithelial tissue is characterized by cells that are tightly packed together and can have different shapes.

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For what reasons is connective tissue crucial?

Connective tissue holds organs in place and is important for supporting the body.

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What is responsible for voluntary movement?

Muscle tissue allows for voluntary movement, which is consciously controlled.

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What type of tissue is responsible for heart muscle contraction?

Muscle tissue is responsible for the contraction of the heart, which pumps blood throughout the body.

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How does the endocrine system communicate?

The endocrine system uses hormones to communicate messages throughout the body, influencing various processes.

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How does the nervous system transmit information?

The nervous system transmits information along specific pathways, ensuring rapid communication.

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What is required for proper functioning of multicellular organisms?

Every cell in a multicellular organism needs access to a suitable aqueous environment to function properly.

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What is the relationship between rate of exchange and surface area?

The rate at which exchange occurs is directly proportional to the surface area of a cell.

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What is interstitial fluid?

Interstitial fluid is the liquid found between cells in animal tissues, facilitating the exchange of materials.

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What's the function of body walls in saclike organisms?

Body walls in saclike organisms allow for efficient diffusion of nutrients and waste products.

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What are the four main types of animal tissues?

The four main types of animal tissues are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues.

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What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

Epithelial tissue serves as a protective layer, covering the body and lining internal organs and cavities.

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What are the three types of connective tissue fibers?

Connective tissue fibers include collagenous fibers, reticular fibers, and elastic fibers. Each type provides different properties to connective tissue.

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What are the two major systems responsible for coordinating responses?

The endocrine and nervous systems are the two major systems that control and coordinate responses to stimuli in animals.

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