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What is the function of the basal lamina for epithelial cells?
What is the function of the basal lamina for epithelial cells?
- It serves as a barrier to protect the cells
- It contains receptors for bloodborne factors (correct)
- It generates energy for cellular processes
- It provides nutrients to the cells
How do epithelial cells repair themselves after damage?
How do epithelial cells repair themselves after damage?
- By forming new cells through mitosis (correct)
- Via a process known as diffusion
- By producing antibodies
- By releasing signaling molecules
What type of collagen fibers make up the reticular lamina?
What type of collagen fibers make up the reticular lamina?
- Type III collagen fibers (correct)
- Type IV collagen fibers
- Type I collagen fibers
- Type II collagen fibers
Why does the basal surface of epithelial cells often contain receptors for bloodborne factors?
Why does the basal surface of epithelial cells often contain receptors for bloodborne factors?
Where are tight junctions located in relation to epithelial cells?
Where are tight junctions located in relation to epithelial cells?
What is the function of desmosomes?
What is the function of desmosomes?
Where are gap junctions located in epithelial cells?
Where are gap junctions located in epithelial cells?
What is the function of hemidesmosomes?
What is the function of hemidesmosomes?
Which surface extension greatly increases the surface area of an absorptive cell?
Which surface extension greatly increases the surface area of an absorptive cell?
In which epithelial type can microvilli be found on the apical surface?
In which epithelial type can microvilli be found on the apical surface?
How is the naming convention for epithelium determined when it contains flat, cuboidal, and columnar cells ?
How is the naming convention for epithelium determined when it contains flat, cuboidal, and columnar cells ?
Which type of epithelium consists of flattened cells and forms a single layer?
Which type of epithelium consists of flattened cells and forms a single layer?
Which of the following is a main function of the apical surface specializations in epithelial cells?
Which of the following is a main function of the apical surface specializations in epithelial cells?
Which of the following is NOT a type of intercellular junction found in epithelial cells?
Which of the following is NOT a type of intercellular junction found in epithelial cells?
What is the function of the basement membrane in epithelial tissue?
What is the function of the basement membrane in epithelial tissue?
Which type of collagen is mainly found in the basal lamina of epithelial cells?
Which type of collagen is mainly found in the basal lamina of epithelial cells?
Which structure is responsible for movement on the apical surface of epithelial cells?
Which structure is responsible for movement on the apical surface of epithelial cells?
Which type of epithelium is usually confined to the lining of larger excretory ducts of exocrine glands?
Which type of epithelium is usually confined to the lining of larger excretory ducts of exocrine glands?
In which part of the body would you most likely find Pseudostratified Epithelium?
In which part of the body would you most likely find Pseudostratified Epithelium?
What creates the illusion of cellular stratification in Pseudostratified Epithelium?
What creates the illusion of cellular stratification in Pseudostratified Epithelium?
Which epithelium undergoes transitions in cell shape depending on the degree of stretch?
Which epithelium undergoes transitions in cell shape depending on the degree of stretch?
Where is Simple Columnar Epithelium most often found?
Where is Simple Columnar Epithelium most often found?
