Epithelial Tissue
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Which extracellular layer anchors epithelial cells to underlying connective tissue?

  • Reticular lamina
  • Basal lamina (correct)
  • Tight junctions
  • Tunica adventitia

    • What is the main function of epithelial tissue?

  • To cover body surfaces
  • To line body cavities and hollow organs (correct)
  • To interact with the external environment
  • To form glands

    • Which type of glands are categorized based on whether their ducts are branched or unbranched?

  • Unicellular endocrine glands
  • Multicellular endocrine glands
  • Unicellular exocrine glands
  • Multicellular exocrine glands (correct)

    • What is the functional classification of exocrine glands based on?

    <p>How the gland releases its secretory product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of gap junctions?

    <p>To allow direct communication between cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which extracellular layer anchors epithelial cells to underlying connective tissue?

    <p>Basal lamina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of epithelial tissue?

    <p>Covering body surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of glands are categorized based on whether their ducts are branched or unbranched?

    <p>Multicellular exocrine glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the functional classification of exocrine glands based on?

    <p>How the gland releases its secretory product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of gap junctions?

    <p>Allowing communication and exchange of substances between cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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