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Epithelial Tissue Function and Description

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What is the main function of epithelial tissue?

To transport nutrients

To produce hormones

To protect delicate structures (correct)

To provide support to organs

Which term is used to describe the epithelium when it is one cell thick?

Compound

Complex

Stratified

Simple (correct)

Where can a keratinised stratified epithelium be found?

Claws and nails (correct)

Inside the heart

Blood vessels

In the small intestine

How does the thickness of the epithelium relate to its ability to protect?

The more layers of cells, the more protection is provided (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the epithelium lining structures such as the inside of the heart, blood vessels, and lymph vessels?

Endothelium (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which area of the body can the epithelium provide protection by being composed of many layers of cells?

On the footpads when walking on rough surfaces (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cell is cube-shaped?

Cuboidal cell (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of unicellular gland?

Goblet cell (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is responsible for supporting and holding all the organs and tissues of the body in place?

Connective tissue (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ground substance of blood called?

Plasma (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue has a loose weave work of collagen and elastic fibers?

Areolar tissue (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where are mucous membranes found in the body?

Lining the mouth and nose (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of glands consist of many secretory cells folded to form more complex glands?

Multicellular glands (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most widely distributed type of connective tissue in the body?

Areolar tissue (D) Signup and view all the answers