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What is the primary function of neurons?
Which type of neuroglia is responsible for myelinating axons in the central nervous system?
What is the main role of astrocytes in the central nervous system?
Which part of the neuron is responsible for receiving stimuli?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the integumentary system?
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What type of cells myelinate axons in the peripheral nervous system?
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What is a primary function of skin in the integumentary system?
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Which cell type is involved in the production of cerebrospinal fluid?
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What is the primary function of the epidermis?
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Which layer of the epidermis is responsible for the production of keratin?
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Where is thick skin primarily found?
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How long does it take for new cells to reach the surface of the skin?
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Which layer of the dermis contains blood vessels?
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What type of tissue primarily composes the dermis?
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Which of the following layers of the skin is the most superficial?
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What anchors the stratum basale to the dermis?
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What type of epithelial tissue has a layer of flat, tile-like cells?
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Which epithelial tissue is primarily found in the kidneys and consists of square-shaped cells?
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Which type of gland secretes substances through ducts?
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What type of epithelial tissue appears to be layered due to the varying cell heights but is actually a single layer?
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In which locations can nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium be found?
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Which type of epithelial tissue is characterized by cells that can change shape from cuboidal to squamous?
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What is the function of cilia found on certain epithelial cells?
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Which of the following cell connections creates mechanical links between cells?
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What is the role of the hair papilla?
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Which type of sweat gland is primarily responsible for body odor?
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What distinguishes eccrine sweat glands from apocrine sweat glands?
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What is the function of arrector pili muscles?
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Which part of the nail is responsible for its growth?
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What is sebum primarily composed of?
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What is the lunula in the nail structure?
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What type of secretion is employed by sebaceous glands?
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What is the primary function of melanocytes in the skin?
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How do dermal papillae contribute to fingerprint formation?
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Which layer of the skin accounts for 80% of the dermis?
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What role does melanin play in the skin?
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What is the substance that provides padding and insulation beneath the skin?
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What are the two major glands associated with the skin?
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Which statement about the hypodermis is correct?
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Which areas of the body lack hair follicles?
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Study Notes
Epithelial Tissue Types
- Simple squamous: Single layer of flat cells; found in blood vessels, heart, lymphatic vessels, alveoli, kidney tubules, and serous membranes.
- Simple cuboidal: Layer of cube-shaped cells; located in kidney tubules, glands, choroid plexuses, terminal bronchioles, and ovaries.
- Simple columnar: Narrow cells; found in bronchioles, auditory tubes, uterus, fallopian tubes, stomach, intestines, gallbladder, bile ducts, and brain ventricles.
- Pseudostratified columnar: Appears stratified but is a single layer of ciliated tall cells; located in nasal cavity, sinuses, auditory tubes, pharynx, trachea, and bronchi.
- Stratified squamous: Multiple layers of flat cells; nonkeratinized forms found in the esophagus, vagina, and pharynx; keratinized forms found in the mouth.
- Stratified cuboidal: Rare type comprised of multiple cube-shaped layers; found in sweat, salivary glands, and ovarian follicles.
- Stratified columnar: Rare, with surface columnar cells and irregular or cuboidal deeper cells; located in mammary gland ducts, larynx, and parts of the male urethra.
- Transitional: Specialized cells that change shape; squamous when stretched and cuboidal when not; found in urinary bladder, ureters, and superior urethra.
Structural Units of Epithelial Tissue
- Microvilli: Increase surface area, especially in the small intestine.
- Cilia: Move materials across cell surfaces, found in the trachea.
- Goblet cells: Produce mucus, found in the stomach.
Cell Connections
- Tight Junctions: Bind adjacent cells together.
- Desmosomes: Provide mechanical links between cells.
- Hemidesmosomes: Anchor cells to the basement membrane.
- Gap Junctions: Channels allowing molecule passage between cells.
Glands
- Composed primarily of epithelium supported by connective tissue.
- Exocrine glands: Connected by ducts; examples include sweat and oil glands.
- Endocrine glands: Secretions directly into blood without ducts.
Nervous Tissue
- Specialized for conducting electrical signals (action potentials).
- Found in the brain, spinal cord, and ganglia.
Neurons
- Transmit information as action potentials and process data.
- Composed of:
- Cell Body: Contains the nucleus, performs general cell functions.
- Dendrites: Receive stimuli leading to electrical changes.
- Axon: Transmits action potentials to other neurons.
Glial Cells (Neuroglia)
- Support neurons; protect, nourish, and form sheaths around axons.
Neuroglia Types
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CNS (Central Nervous System):
- Astrocytes: Maintain blood-brain barrier, recycle ions and neurotransmitters.
- Oligodendrocytes: Myelinate CNS axons.
- Ependymal Cells: Line ventricles and produce cerebrospinal fluid.
- Microglia: Remove debris and pathogens through phagocytosis.
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PNS (Peripheral Nervous System):
- Schwann Cells: Myelinate peripheral axons.
- Satellite Cells: Regulate nutrient and neurotransmitter levels around neurons in ganglia.
Integumentary System
- Comprises skin and accessory structures (hair, nails, glands); serves as the body's first line of defense.
Skin Functions
- Protection: Prevents water loss, UV damage, abrasion, and foreign invaders.
- Sensation: Contains sensory receptors for various stimuli.
- Vitamin D production: Facilitates calcium and phosphate absorption.
- Temperature regulation: Maintains homeostasis around 37°C (98.6°F).
- Excretion: Skin glands can secrete sweat.
Skin Structure
- Composed of two main layers: epidermis (outer layer) and dermis (inner layer).
- Epidermis: Made of stratified squamous epithelium, prevents water loss and abrasion.
- Dermis: Contains dense connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves, and other structures.
Epidermis Layers
- Stratum Basale: Deepest, mitotically active layer.
- Stratum Spinosum: Contains spiny keratinocytes.
- Stratum Granulosum: Contains keratin-rich cells, appearing grainy.
- Stratum Lucidum: Found only in thick skin, translucent layer.
- Stratum Corneum: Outermost layer with dead, keratin-filled cells.
Dermis Layers
- Papillary Layer: Thin connective tissue with blood vessels; forms fingerprints.
- Reticular Layer: Deepest layer, accounts for 80% of dermis.
Skin Color Factors
- Melanocytes: Produce melanin, contributing to skin color; varying melanin amount affects pigmentation.
- Melanosomes: Vesicles containing melanin.
- Protect against UV light: Melanin serves as a natural sunscreen.
Hypodermis (Subcutaneous Layer)
- Attaches skin to bone and muscle, contains loose connective tissue and adipose tissue.
- Serves as padding, insulator, and reservoir for lipids.
Accessory Structures of Skin
- Hair: Found almost everywhere except palms, soles, and various other areas.
- Nails: Composed of dead keratinized cells, offering protection.
- Glands: Include sebaceous (oil-producing) and sweat glands (eccrine and apocrine).
Nail Structure
- Nail Body: Visible part.
- Nail Root: Covered part by skin.
- Cuticle: Skin extending over nail body.
- Nail Matrix: Produces most nail tissue.
- Lunula: Whitish crescent shape at the base of the nail.
Burn Definition
- Injury to tissue caused by heat, cold, chemicals, electricity, or radiation.
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This quiz covers the different types of epithelial tissue, including simple squamous, cuboidal, and columnar cells. Explore their characteristics and locations within the body, from blood vessels to the intestines. Perfect for students studying human anatomy and histology.
