Histology Study and Human Body Organization Quiz

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What is the main tool used to study cells in histology?

  • Microscope (correct)
  • Plasma membrane
  • Protoplasm
  • Naked eye

How many levels of organization does the human body have?

  • Two
  • Four
  • Three (correct)
  • Five

What is histology the study of?

  • Cellular structures
  • Biological processes
  • Body tissues and cells (correct)
  • Body organs and systems

Which type of cell is specialized for the performance of a common function?

<p>Red blood cell (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents an association of two or more organs that together perform an overall function?

<p>Organ system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure that surrounds a eukaryotic cell's protoplasm?

<p>Plasma membrane (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the extracellular matrix?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which tissue type is the stroma the supporting tissue?

<p>Connective tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the protoplasm?

<p>Hemoglobin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which basic tissue type is responsible for movement?

<p>Muscular tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the epithelial tissue form various organs and glands?

<p>Internal cavities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which function does not belong to the basic functions of epithelial tissue?

<p>Control of body activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Epithelial cells, whether arranged in a single layer or in multiple layers, are always contiguous with one another'. This statement refers to which main character of epithelial tissue?

<p>Attachment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main functions attributed to the extracellular matrix?

<p>To provide mechanical support for the cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Epithelium is one of the four basic tissues, with a wide distribution and many functions'. Which of the following is NOT a function of epithelium mentioned in the text?

<p>'Receiving information from outside and inside the body to control body activities' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of the ground substance in the extracellular matrix?

<p>Glycosaminoglycans and adhesive glycoproteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tissue type forms glands and line their ducts?

<p>Epithelial tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is loose connective tissue primarily located?

<p>Underneath epithelial tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue has a higher density of fibers?

<p>Dense connective tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the most abundant cells in connective tissue proper?

<p>Fibroblasts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of loose connective tissue?

<p>To hold organs in place (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can ground substance do in the extracellular matrix?

<p>Mineralize and solidify, as in bones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is dense irregular connective tissue found?

<p>In capsules of different organs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of elastic cartilage?

<p>Provides flexible support for soft tissues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most abundant cell in connective tissue proper?

<p>Fibroblasts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates chondroblasts into chondrocytes?

<p>Synthesizing the cartilage matrix (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is found between many organs and allows diffusion of water, salts, and nutrients to adjacent cells?

<p>Loose connective tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage provides a smooth and low-friction surface for joints?

<p>Hyaline cartilage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the appearance of the matrix in fibrocartilage?

<p>Amorphous (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of dense regular connective tissue?

<p>Regular and parallel arranged collagen fibers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the arterial walls according to the text?

<p>Elastin fibers in addition to collagen fibers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the appearance of the fibers in dense irregular connective tissue?

<p>Random and irregular orientation collagen fibers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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