13 Questions
In which layer are the stem cells located in the described cells?
Basal layer
Where are the organelles mostly distributed in the described cells?
Basal layer
What is the function of the thin basal lamina (basement membrane) in the described cells?
To bind the cells together
What type of muscle tissue is organized in distinct bundles?
Cardiac muscle
In which nervous system is somatic muscle innervation categorized?
Voluntary nervous system
What is the primary method of growth of skeletal muscle?
Hypertrophy (increase in cell size)
Which type of skeletal muscle fiber is oxidative and glycolytic?
Type IIA muscle fibers
What type of muscle fiber has high resistance to fatigue and high myoglobin content?
Type I slow-twitch
Which muscle type is characterized by a low resistance to fatigue, low myoglobin content, and high glycogen storage?
Type IIB really fast-twitch
Where is smooth muscle primarily found in the body?
Lining of the intestines
What is the main function of intercalated discs in cardiac muscle?
Allow synchronized contraction of cardiac muscle cells
What is the primary role of glial cells in the nervous system?
Providing structure and support
How do nerve cells communicate with other cells?
By releasing chemical signals at synapses
Test your knowledge about the structure of epithelial tissue, including the distribution of organelles, cell binding, and basal layer functions.
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