Biology Chapter on Nervous and Epithelial Systems

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Which function is not associated with the autonomic nervous system?

Control of voluntary muscle movements (correct)

Control of urination

Assistance during childbirth

Regulation of blood pressure

What is the primary role of myelination in axons?

Decreasing nerve impulse speed

Providing a structural framework

Increasing axon diameter

Enhancing saltatory conduction (correct)

What type of epithelial tissue consists of a single layer of flat cells?

Pseudostratified columnar

Stratified squamous

Simple squamous (correct)

Simple cuboidal

Which type of neuron relays information from the CNS to effectors?

Motor neurons Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is derived from chondroblasts?

Cartilage Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes pseudostratified columnar epithelium from other epithelial types?

Cells of varying heights Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of interneurons?

Connect sensory and motor neurons Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the peripheral nervous system is true?

It includes both motor and sensory neurons Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes stem cells from somatic cells?

They possess the ability to self-renew. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cells can differentiate into almost any cell type but loses potency over time?

Pluripotent stem cells Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT associated with totipotent stem cells?

They can differentiate into limited types of cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major ethical concern regarding pluripotent stem cells?

They are derived from embryos. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about multipotent stem cells?

They can only differentiate into specific cell types. Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do multipotent stem cells present for research and therapeutic use?

They have limited availability due to being scattered in tissues. Signup and view all the answers

Induced pluripotent stem cells are characterized by which of the following?

They are engineered to mimic pluripotent stem cells. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following properties is unique to totipotent stem cells?

Capacity to differentiate into any cell type. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of stem cells that distinguishes them from somatic cells?

They can differentiate into multiple cell types. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant limitation of totipotent stem cells?

They are limited to early embryonic tissue. Signup and view all the answers

Which stem cell type is known for its limited differentiation capacity and is found in adult tissue?

Multipotent Signup and view all the answers

What ethical concern is associated with pluripotent stem cells?

They are derived from embryos. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cells can self-renew indefinitely without losing potency?

Totipotent Signup and view all the answers

What advantage do multipotent stem cells provide in medical treatments?

Lower risk of immune rejection. Signup and view all the answers

Which stem cell type is engineered to possess characteristics of pluripotent stem cells?

Induced pluripotent Signup and view all the answers

Which function is NOT attributed to the autonomic nervous system?

Voluntary muscle contraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of motor neurons?

Relay information from CNS to effectors Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is formed from chondroblasts?

Cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of epithelial tissue?

Areolar Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of myelinated axons?

Faster electrical signal transmission Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of simple squamous epithelium?

Single layer of flat cells Signup and view all the answers

Interneurons primarily function to:

Relay information between sensory and motor neurons Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is formed from fibroblasts?

Connective tissue proper Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of haematopoietic stem cells?

Differentiate into all blood cell types Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is primarily responsible for storing fat?

Adipose tissue Signup and view all the answers

What type of muscle tissue is characterized by striated involuntary contractions?

Cardiac muscle Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding epithelial tissue?

It forms the covering of organs and cavities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of transitional epithelial cells?

They allow for distension in organs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cell types is NOT found in connective tissue?

Epithelial cells Signup and view all the answers

Induced pluripotent stem cells (IPSCs) are derived from which type of cells?

Adult somatic cells Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the gastrula is responsible for forming the digestive lining and respiratory epithelium?

Endoderm Signup and view all the answers

What type of connective tissue is characterized by a high proportion of collagen fibers and provides strength?

Dense connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of smooth muscle tissue?

It is not under conscious control. Signup and view all the answers

Pseudostratified columnar epithelium is characterized by which of the following?

Cells of differing heights with nuclei at varying levels Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following muscle types is responsible for involuntary movements?

Both B and C Signup and view all the answers

Haematopoietic stem cells can give rise to which of the following cell types?

Erythrocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue is responsible for movement in the body?

Muscle tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which layers of the gastrula give rise to lung cells and digestive cells?

Endoderm Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelial cell layer is specialized for diffusion and filtration?

Simple squamous Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of exocrine glands?

Secrete products through ducts Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue type is predominantly collagen and provides high tensile strength?

Dense regular tissue Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes cardiac muscle cells?

Short and branched with intercalated discs Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle is non-striated and found in the walls of internal organs?

Smooth muscle Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of fibroblasts in connective tissue?

Biosynthesize extracellular matrix Signup and view all the answers

What type of epithelial tissue protects underlying tissues from abrasion?

Stratified squamous Signup and view all the answers

What type of connective tissue is found in lymphoid organs?

Loose reticular connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue serves to connect bones to bones?

Ligaments Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Stem Cells and Tissues

Stem cells are undifferentiated cells capable of differentiating into specialized cell types.
Stem cells have the ability to self-renew almost unlimitedly.
Stem cells can differentiate into multiple cell types.
Totipotent stem cells can form any cell type in the developing embryo and placenta. They can replicate indefinitely without losing potency.
Pluripotent stem cells can differentiate into almost any cell type in the body, but their potency diminishes over time. They can only become certain types of cells.
Multipotent stem cells can self-renew for long periods and differentiate into specialized cells with specific functions. Their differentiation abilities are limited.
Induced pluripotent stem cells are biologically engineered to resemble pluripotent stem cells.

Types of Stem Cells

Totipotent stem cells are formed soon after egg and sperm fuse. They have an almost unlimited differentiation capacity without losing potency and are derived from early embryonic tissue.
Pluripotent stem cells can differentiate into nearly any cell type. They are derived from the inner cell mass of early embryos. Also, they have huge therapeutic value and limited availability.

Ethical Considerations

Multipotent stem cells have very limited differentiation capacity but are advantageous because stem cells can be isolated directly from adult tissue. Obtaining stem cells from adult tissue is less difficult than obtaining them from embryos.
Haematopoietic stem cells are found in bone marrow and differentiate into all different cell types in the blood.
Induced pluripotent stem cells are derived from adult tissues, like fibroblasts, and can be grown in a mix of growth factors, allowing them to turn into pluripotent stem cells.
IPSCs have similar functions to embryonic stem cells but without ethical issues. They represent a significant therapeutic value.

Tissues

A tissue is a group of cells that function together.
Tissues perform specific functions in a multicellular organism.
There are four main types: connective, epithelial, muscle, and nervous
Connective tissue provides support and connects different tissues and organs. This tissue type is found throughout the body.
Epithelial tissue covers surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands. This tissue type is found on the surface and lining of body parts and organs.
Muscle tissue allows movement in the body. Different types of muscles are responsible for movements like voluntary and involuntary motions.
Nervous tissue transmits and processes information throughout the body. The nervous system is responsible for how the body functions from a cellular level.

Epithelial Tissues

Epithelial tissue forms sheets or structures that cover body surfaces, line body cavities, and form glands.
Functions of epithelial tissue include protection, secretion, absorption, transport, filtration, and detection of sensations.
Types of epithelial tissues include simple squamous, simple cuboidal, simple columnar, stratified squamous, stratified cuboidal, and pseudostratified columnar.

Connective Tissues

Connective tissue cells are scattered throughout an extracellular matrix.
Connective tissue supports and connects different tissues and organs.
Types of connective tissue include loose connective tissue, dense connective tissue, cartilage, bone, and blood.
Loose connective tissue supports organs and is found beneath epithelial tissues. It contains collagen protein for support.
Dense connective tissue has densely packed collagen fibers, giving it strength and flexibility, and is found in ligaments and tendons
Cartilage provides cushioning and support and is found in joints.
Bone is a hard material that supports and protects the body.
Blood is a fluid connective tissue that transports substances throughout the body.

Glands

Glands are formed via infolding of epithelial tissues.
Exocrine glands secrete their products into ducts (tubular or acinar).
Endocrine glands secrete their products directly into the bloodstream.

Muscle Tissues

Muscle tissue is comprised of muscle cells and enables movement of the body.
The three main types of muscle are skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
Skeletal muscles are voluntary and attached to bones. Cardiac muscle is involuntary and found in the heart. Smooth muscle is involuntary and found in internal organs.
Skeletal muscle cells are striated. Cardiac muscle cells are connected via intercalated discs, a type of junction. Smooth muscle cells are not striated.

Nervous Tissues

Nervous tissues transmit information to all parts of the body.
The basic cells of nervous tissue are neurons, which transmit electrical signals.
Many cells help with support of the nervous system. Glial cells include astrocytes, microglia, oligodendrocytes, and ependymal cells.

Nervous System

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) includes nerves and ganglia.
The spinal cord is part of the central nervous system (CNS).
The central nervous system (CNS) includes the brain and spinal cord.
The peripheral nervous system (PNS) carries sensory information from the body to the central nervous system and transmits motor signals from the CNS to effectors.
Neurons consist of a cell body, dendrites, and an axon.
Neuron classifications are based on function and morphology. The morphology of a neuron includes multipolar, bipolar, and unipolar types.

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