Epithelial Tissue

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Questions and Answers

Epithelial tissue forms discontinuous sheets.

False (B)

The basement membrane anchors epithelial cells to connective tissue.

True (A)

Epithelial tissue is nourished by blood vessels.

False (B)

List and explain three characteristics of epithelial tissue.

<ol> <li>Epithelial tissue forms continuous sheets that fit together like tiles.</li> <li>All epithelial cells have an apical surface that borders an open space.</li> <li>Epithelial cells are anchored to connective tissue by the basement membrane.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of avascularity in relation to epithelial tissue?

<p>Avascularity refers to the lack of blood vessels in epithelial tissue. Epithelial tissue is nourished by surrounding connective tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers