Biology: Chapter 4 - Tissues and Epithelial Tissues
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What is the main function of epithelial tissues in the body?

  • Facilitate nerve impulses
  • Act as a barrier (correct)
  • Provide structural support
  • Produce hormones

    • Which location in the body can be classified as having simple columnar epithelium?

  • Stomach (correct)
  • Nasal cavity
  • Skin
  • Mouth

    • How do pseudostratified columnar epithelial cells differ from stratified squamous epithelial cells?

  • Pseudostratified cells are only found in the skin.
  • Pseudostratified cells appear stratified but are not. (correct)
  • Stratified squamous cells secrete mucus.
  • Stratified squamous cells have cilia for propulsion.

    • Which type of epithelial tissue is specialized for protection and barrier functions?

    <p>Stratified squamous (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where would you find pseudostratified columnar epithelium in the human body?

    <p>Nasal cavity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes simple epithelium from stratified epithelium based on structure?

    <p>Number of cell layers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of connective tissue is located between organs, muscles, glands, and skin?

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

    What type of cartilage is found in the ear and tip of the nose?

    <p>Elastic cartilage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is dense connective tissue primarily located?

    <p>Tendons, ligaments, and skin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells are found in bone tissue?

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

    Where is smooth muscle tissue mainly found?

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

    Which type of cartilage can withstand compression and is found between vertebrae?

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

    What is the function of microvilli?

    <p>To increase cell's surface area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of glands secrete substances directly into the bloodstream?

    <p>Endocrine glands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protein fibers look like ropes and resist stretching?

    <p>Collagen fibers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where would you find desmosomes in the body?

    <p>Between cells as mechanical links (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of connective tissue is responsible for storing fat?

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

    In which type of gland are mucus-producing cells commonly found?

    <p>Exocrine glands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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