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What is a key characteristic of simple squamous epithelium?

It contains multiple layers of cells.

It lacks a basement membrane.

It is composed of tall, narrow cells.

It consists of a single row of thin cells. (correct)

Which type of epithelium appears to be stratified but is actually single-layered?

Simple cuboidal epithelium

Simple squamous epithelium

Pseudostratified columnar epithelium (correct)

Simple columnar epithelium

What is the primary function of simple cuboidal epithelium?

Absorption and secretion (correct)

Facilitates gas exchange

Provides structural support

Secretes serous fluid

Where is simple squamous epithelium commonly found?

Alveoli and glomeruli Signup and view all the answers

Goblet cells, which secrete mucus, are found in which types of epithelium?

Pseudostratified and simple columnar Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of stratified squamous epithelia?

Cells become flatter as they migrate upward Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stratified epithelium is most commonly found in the human body?

Stratified squamous Signup and view all the answers

What feature distinguishes keratinized stratified squamous epithelium from nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium?

Resistance to water loss and abrasion Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stratified epithelium is unique to the urinary tract?

Urothelium Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the deepest cells in stratified squamous epithelium?

They divide and push older cells toward the surface Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic distinguishes epithelial tissue from other tissue types?

Sheets of closely adhering cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of section involves tissue being spread or laid out on a slide?

Spread Signup and view all the answers

What structure anchors epithelial tissue to the underlying connective tissue?

Basement membrane Signup and view all the answers

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

Production of blood cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelium has a single layer of cells resting on the basement membrane?

Simple epithelium Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the surface of epithelial cells that faces the environment or internal space?

Apical surface Signup and view all the answers

Epithelial tissue is classified as avascular, meaning it:

Does not have blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is true of stratified epithelia?

They have multiple layers of cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures is found in epithelial tissue that helps detect stimuli?

Nerve endings Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelium is likely to be involved in secretion processes?

Cuboidal epithelium Signup and view all the answers

What type of gland produces thin, watery secretions such as perspiration and digestive juices?

Serous glands Signup and view all the answers

Which mode of secretion involves the entire cell disintegrating to release its products?

Holocrine secretion Signup and view all the answers

Mixed glands are characterized by which of the following?

Containing both serous and mucous cell types Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following glands would be classified as eccrine (merocrine) glands?

Tear glands Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of mucin in mucous glands?

Goblet cells that secrete glycoprotein Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium?

It resists abrasion and penetration of pathogens. Signup and view all the answers

Where is stratified cuboidal epithelium primarily located?

In the ducts of sweat glands. Signup and view all the answers

What function does urothelium primarily serve?

To allow for filling of the urinary tract. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding keratinized epithelium?

It has a surface layer of dead cells. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures undergoes a change in cell shape when stretched?

Urothelium. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscular tissue is under conscious control?

Skeletal muscle Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of cardiac muscle cells?

Intercalated discs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding smooth muscle?

It is involuntary in nature. Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinctive feature of skeletal muscle fibers?

Striations Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscular tissue primarily makes up the walls of hollow organs?

Smooth muscle Signup and view all the answers

How are cardiomyocytes connected to one another?

Using intercalated discs Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle tissue contains multiple nuclei adjacent to the plasma membrane?

Skeletal muscle Signup and view all the answers

What type of muscle is striated but not under conscious control?

Cardiac muscle Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

University of Doha for Science & Technology

The University of Doha for Science & Technology (UDST) offers a College of General Education.

Chapter 5: The Human Tissues

This chapter covers Anatomy & Physiology, specifically the unity of form and function.
It's the tenth edition, written by Kenneth S. Saladin.

Learning Outcomes (Page 3)

Students should be able to define epithelial tissue categorization by cell shape and arrangement.
They should also understand glandular epithelia and secretion methods.
The types of connective tissue should be listed and briefly described.
A definition of extracellular matrix (matrix) and its effect on tissue function need to be known.
Three types of muscle tissue should be compared and contrasted.
An explanation of nervous tissue function and its structural components (neuron) should be provided.

Tissues of the Body (Page 4)

Molecules combine to form atoms, that combine to form cells
Cells combine with extracellular material and fluids to form tissues.
Tissues combine to form organs.
Organs combine to form organ systems.

Introduction to Tissues (Page 5)

There are approximately 50 trillion cells of 200 different types.
Four main tissue categories exist: epithelial, connective, nervous, and muscular.
Organs have discrete boundaries and are composed of two or more tissue types.
Histology is the study of tissues and how they are arranged into organs.

Study of Tissues (Page 6)

Learning outcomes include classifying adult tissues into four primary categories.
Identifying the three embryonic germ layers and related adult tissues is also required.
Visualizing three-dimensional structures from two-dimensional tissue sections is a learning objective.

Primary Tissue Classes (Page 7)

A tissue is a group of cells and cell products that work together on a specific role in an organ.
Four primary tissues are epithelial, connective, nervous, and muscular.
Tissue differences include cell types and functions, matrix characteristics, and cell/matrix ratio.
Matrix, also known as extracellular material (ECM), or interstitial fluid (ECF), is made of fibrous proteins and clear gel called ground substance.
Ground substance contains water, gases, minerals, nutrients, wastes, and hormones.

Embryonic Tissues (Page 8)

Human development begins with a fertilized egg which divides and creates tissue layers.
Three primary germ layers are ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm.
Ectoderm develops into the epidermis and nervous system.
Endoderm develops into mucous membranes of the digestive and respiratory systems, and digestive glands.
Mesoderm forms mesenchyme, a gelatinous tissue with wispy collagen fibers and fibroblasts, developing into cartilage, bone, and blood.

Interpreting Tissue Sections (Page 9)

Histology necessitates awareness of specimen preparation. Histologists use histological sections (thinly sliced tissue).
Fixatives like formalin prevent decay.
Tissue staining identifies cellular components, reducing the three-dimensional structure to a two-dimensional slice.
Types of tissue sections include longitudinal, cross (or transverse), and oblique slices.

Epithelial Tissue 1 (Page 13)

Learning outcomes focus on identifying properties that distinguish epithelial tissue from other tissue categories.
Classifying eight types of epithelium, identifying their location, explaining structural-functional correlations, and visually recognizing them in specimens or photographs are key skills.

Epithelial Tissue 2 (Page 14)

Epithelial tissue is a sheet of cells closely adhering, typically one or more cells thick.
It covers external body surfaces and internal spaces.
It forms most glands and is usually nourished by underlying connective tissue.
It is avascular (does not have blood vessels).

Epithelial Tissue 3 (Page 15)

Epithelial tissue functions in protection (against injury and infection).
It secretes substances, such as mucus, sweat, enzymes, and hormones.
Excretion, absorption, and separation of materials are also functions.
Nerve endings in epithelia help detect stimuli.

Epithelial Tissue 4 (Page 16)

Epithelial cells are tightly packed and form a sheet.
Minimal extracellular substance is present.
Epithelial tissues rely on blood vessels from underlying connective tissues for nourishment.
Cell division occurs frequently in areas near connective tissue.
A basement membrane supports the epithelium and attaches it to the surrounding connective tissue.

Epithelial Tissue 5 (Page 17)

Surfaces of epithelial cells includes: basal surface (contacts basement membrane), apical surface (faces away from basement membrane), and lateral surface (between basal and apical surfaces).
Epithelia are classified by the number of cell layers into simple and stratified.

Cell Shapes & Simple Epithelium (Pages 18, 20)

Epithelial cells have different shapes (squamous, cuboidal, and columnar), and are categorized as simple (single layer) or stratified (multiple layers).
A simple epithelium has one layer of cells.
The types include simple squamous, simple cuboidal, simple columnar, and pseudostratified columnar.
Goblet cells (mucus-secreting) are found in simple columnar and pseudostratified columnar epithelium.

Simple Squamous Epithelium (Page 21)

A single layer of thin cells, facilitating rapid diffusion or transport of substances.
Found in alveoli, glomeruli, endothelium, and serosa.

Simple Cuboidal Epithelium (Page 22)

Single layer of square or round cells.
Functions in absorption and secretion, mucus production, and movement.
Locations include liver, thyroid, mammary, salivary glands, and kidney tubules.

Simple Columnar Epithelium (Page 23)

Single layer of tall, narrow cells.
Oval nuclei found in the basal half of the cell.
Functions in absorption, secretion, and mucus secretion.
Often has a brush border (microvilli) and may contain goblet cells.
Located in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, uterus, and uterine tubes, kidney.

Ciliated Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium (Page 24)

Appears layered, but all cells contact the basement membrane.
Has cilia and goblet cells.
Located in the respiratory tract and portions of the male urethra.

Stratified Epithelia (Pages 25, 26)

Multiple layers of epithelial cells; the deepest layer attaches to the basement membrane.
Types include stratified squamous, stratified cuboidal, and stratified columnar.
A fourth type is urothelium (transitional epithelium) found in the urinary tract.
Stratified squamous epithelium comes in two forms: keratinized (cornified) and nonkeratinized.

Keratinized Stratified Squamous Epithelium (Page 27)

Multiple cell layers with flat, scaly cells.
Resistant to abrasion, reduces water loss, and prevents pathogenic penetration.
Locations include epidermis, palms, and soles (heavily keratinized).

Nonkeratinized Stratified Squamous Epithelium (Page 28)

Similar to keratinized epithelium without the surface layer of dead cells.
Resists abrasion and pathogens.
Locations include oral cavity (tongue), esophagus, and vagina.

Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium (Page 29)

Two or more cell layers, with surface cells being square or round.
Functions in secretion.
Examples include sweat gland ducts, ovarian follicles, and seminiferous tubules.

Urothelium (Page 30)

Multilayered epithelium with surface cells that change from round to flat under stress.
Found lining the urinary tract (ureter and bladder).
Allows for distension of the urinary tract.

Glands (Pages 32-34)

A gland is a cell or organ that secretes substances for use elsewhere in the body or for elimination.
Glands are classified as exocrine or endocrine.
Exocrine glands secrete substances into ducts, while endocrine glands secrete substances directly into the blood (hormones).
Unicellular glands (e.g., goblet cells) secrete mucus directly into the epithelium, either exocrinely or endocrinely.

Exocrine Gland Structure (Page 36)

Exocrine glands are classified based on duct shape (simple or compound) and secretory portion shape (tubular or acinar or a combination).

Types of Exocrine Glands (Page 37)

Examples of exocrine glands include sweat glands, mammary glands, and the pancreas, which have tubuloacinar, acinar, or tubular structures.

Types of Secretions (Page 39)

Glands can be categorized by their secretions (serous or mucous).
Serous glands secrete thin watery fluids, while mucous glands secrete mucin which forms mucus.
Mixed glands have both serous and mucous cells and produce mixed secretions (e.g., salivary glands).

Modes of Secretion (Page 41)

Exocrine glands release secretions in three main ways: merocrine (eccrine), apocrine, and holocrine.
Merocrine glands release their products by exocytosis.
Apocrine glands shed portions of their cells.
Holocrine glands secrete a mixture of cell fragments and synthesized substances.

Connective Tissue Overview (Pages 45-47)

Connective tissue is the most abundant tissue throughout the body.
Cells are usually not in direct contact with each other, but held within a matrix composed of fibers, and ground substance.
Connective tissue has variable vascularity (some have substantial blood vessels, others don't).
Connective tissue functions in binding and supporting other tissues, protection, and aiding in movement.

Components of Connective Tissue (Page 49)

Three main components are found in all forms of connective tissue: special cells, extracellular protein fibers (collagenous, reticular, and elastic), and ground substance.

Matrix (Page 50)

Matrix is the collective term for the extracellular components of connective tissues, consisting of protein fibers and ground substance.
Different tissues vary regarding these components and their quantity.
Epithelial tissues have very little matrix compared to other tissue types.

Cells in Connective Tissue (Page 51)

Fixed cells maintain the matrix, while wandering cells are mobile and perform functions such as defense or inflammation.

Fibrous Connective Tissues (Page 53)

Two broad categories are Loose and Dense.
Loose tissues include areolar, adipose, and reticular tissues.
Dense tissues include dense regular and dense irregular tissues.

Areolar Tissue (Page 54)

Areolar tissues are loosely organized, with abundant blood vessels.
It supports and supports epithelia, forms part of serous membranes, and separates muscles and blood vessels.

Reticular Tissue (Page 55)

Reticular tissues are formed with meshlike reticular fibers and fibroblasts.
It forms stroma (framework) for lymphatic organs and bone marrow.

Dense Regular Connective Tissue (Page 56)

Dense regular tissues have densely packed parallel collagen fibers.
Nuclei are often compressed in the direction of the fibers.
Locations include tendons and ligaments.

Dense Irregular Connective Tissue (Page 57)

Dense irregular tissues have densely packed, randomly arranged collagen fibers.
This tissue type with stands unpredictable stresses.
Locations include the deeper layer of the skin and organ capsules.

Adipose Tissue (Pages 58-60)

Adipose tissue is primarily composed of adipocytes which store fat.
White adipose tissue (WAT) is abundant in adults and functions in insulation, cushioning, and hormonal regulation.
Brown adipose tissue (BAT) is more active in generating heat.

Cartilage (Pages 61-65)

Cartilage is a stiff connective tissue with a flexible, rubbery matrix.
Types of cartilage include hyaline, elastic, andfibrocartilage, each with a unique fiber composition.
Cells include chondroblasts (produce matrix) and chondrocytes (trapped in lacunae).
Perichondrium is the covering of cartilage, and contains a reserve population of chondroblasts.

Hyaline Cartilage (Page 63)

Hyaline cartilage is clear, glassy in appearance due to the fine collagen fibers.
It eases joint movement, maintains the trachea and larynx structure and facilitates vocal cord movement.
Locations include articular cartilage, costal cartilage, trachea, and fetal skeletons.

Elastic Cartilage (Page 64)

Elastic cartilage contains numerous elastic fibers.
It provides flexible support, found in the external ear and epiglottis.

Fibrocartilage (Page 65)

Fibrocartilage is characterized by coarse collagen fibers, which it uses to resist compression and absorb shock.
Locations include pubic symphysis, menisci, and intervertebral discs.

Bone (Pages 66-69)

Bone (osseous tissue) is a calcified connective tissue that forms the skeleton.
Two types are spongy (with spaces) and compact (dense).
Compact bone is organized into osteons, composed of concentric lamellae that surround a central canal.
Osteocytes are mature bone cells within lacunae.
Periosteum is the outer covering of bone, a layer of fibrous connective tissue.

Blood (Pages 70-71)

Blood is a fluid connective tissue that circulates through blood vessels.
It transports cells and dissolved substances.
Blood plasma is the liquid ground substance.
Formed elements include erythrocytes (red blood cells), leukocytes (white blood cells), and platelets.

Nervous Tissue (Pages 73, 74, 80)

Nervous tissue is specialized for communication, using electrical and chemical signals.
Consists of neurons and neuroglia.
Neurons detect stimuli, respond quickly, and transmit information; their parts include a cell body (soma), dendrites (receive signals), axon (transmits signals), axon hillock, myelin sheath, and synaptic end bulbs (terminal knobs).
Neuroglia cells support and protect neurons.

Muscular Tissue (Page 75)

Three types: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
Skeletal muscle is attached to bones, striated, and voluntary.
Cardiac muscle is located in the heart, striated and involuntary.
Smooth muscle is found in walls of hollow organs, non-striated, and involuntary.

Additional Information (Page 81)

This document utilizes slides from other sources, specifically Anatomy and Physiology by Kenneth S. Saladin, 10th edition, a resource published by Mac Graw Hill, and additional materials from Elsevier.
Other resources, such as a structure and function of the body, from different publishers are also cited.

Contact Information (Page 82)

Contact information for the University of Doha for Science & Technology (UDST) is provided.

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