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Which type of tissue contains a matrix of macromolecules in the extracellular space?
Which type of tissue contains a matrix of macromolecules in the extracellular space?
- Epithelial tissue
- Muscle tissue
- Connective tissue (correct)
- Nerve tissue
What is the function of tissues in the body?
What is the function of tissues in the body?
- To synthesize macromolecules
- To perform specific functions
- To create a stable environment for cells (correct)
- To secrete extracellular matrix
What are cells organized into in the body?
What are cells organized into in the body?
- Aggregates
- Systems
- Organs
- Tissues (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a function of adhesion in tissues?
Which of the following is NOT a function of adhesion in tissues?
What is the role of adhesive properties of cells in tissues?
What is the role of adhesive properties of cells in tissues?
How do cells and the ECM influence each other in tissues?
How do cells and the ECM influence each other in tissues?
Which of the following is true about the extracellular space in tissues?
Which of the following is true about the extracellular space in tissues?
What is the function of the ECM in tendons?
What is the function of the ECM in tendons?
What is the role of the ECM in the kidney?
What is the role of the ECM in the kidney?
Which of the following tissues is principally cellular with a small amount of ECM?
Which of the following tissues is principally cellular with a small amount of ECM?
What is the name of the ECM found in epithelial tissue?
What is the name of the ECM found in epithelial tissue?
What is the function of the lamina propria in the mucosa?
What is the function of the lamina propria in the mucosa?
Which type of tissue is principally extracellular matrix (ECM) with fewer cells?
Which type of tissue is principally extracellular matrix (ECM) with fewer cells?
What is the name of the thin layer of loose connective tissue found beneath the epithelial cells?
What is the name of the thin layer of loose connective tissue found beneath the epithelial cells?
What does the basement membrane do in relation to the epithelial cells?
What does the basement membrane do in relation to the epithelial cells?
What is the term used to refer to the epithelium with the lamina propria?
What is the term used to refer to the epithelium with the lamina propria?
What is the term used to refer to a layer of tissue beneath a mucous membrane?
What is the term used to refer to a layer of tissue beneath a mucous membrane?
