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What is the study of tissues known as?
What is the study of tissues known as?
- Physiology
- Anatomy
- Histology (correct)
- Pathology
Who is considered as the 'Father of Histology'?
Who is considered as the 'Father of Histology'?
- Rudolf Virchow
- Robert Hooke
- Xavier Bichat (correct)
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek
What is the historical derivation of the English word 'tissue'?
What is the historical derivation of the English word 'tissue'?
- From the French word 'tissu', the past participle of the verb tisser, 'to weave' (correct)
- From the Latin word 'tissere', meaning 'to assemble'
- From the Spanish word 'tejido', meaning 'biological fabric'
- From the Greek word 'tissos', meaning 'cellular structure'
What tools are traditionally used for studying tissues?
What tools are traditionally used for studying tissues?
What is the hierarchical order of biological organisms, from smallest to largest?
What is the hierarchical order of biological organisms, from smallest to largest?
What is the study of tissues known as?
What is the study of tissues known as?
Who is considered the 'Father of Histology'?
Who is considered the 'Father of Histology'?
What is the English word 'tissue' derived from?
What is the English word 'tissue' derived from?
What is the biological organizational level between cells and a complete organ?
What is the biological organizational level between cells and a complete organ?
Which tool is traditionally used for studying tissues?
Which tool is traditionally used for studying tissues?
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Study Notes
Histology
- The study of tissues is known as Histology.
- Marcello Malpighi is considered the 'Father of Histology'.
Origin of the Word 'Tissue'
- The English word 'tissue' is derived from the Old French word 'tissu', meaning 'cloth' or 'fabric'.
Tools for Studying Tissues
- Traditionally, microscopes are used for studying tissues.
Biological Organizational Hierarchy
- The hierarchical order of biological organisms, from smallest to largest, is: molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and organisms.
- Tissues are the biological organizational level between cells and a complete organ.
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