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Which type of epithelium is characterized by a single layer of flattened cells?
What is the primary function of connective tissue?
Which of the following is a characteristic of epithelial tissue?
What type of muscle tissue is found only in the heart?
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Which connective tissue type is characterized by a hard matrix of calcium salts?
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Which type of epithelial tissue is primarily involved in absorption and secretion?
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What type of connective tissue provides a flexible support framework for organs like lymph nodes?
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Which type of epithelium is adapted for areas of high friction?
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Which type of muscle tissue is involuntary and lacks visible striations?
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What is the primary role of fibroblasts in connective tissue?
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Which type of epithelial tissue is characterized by cells that can change shape depending on stretching?
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What process occurs when damaged tissue is replaced by the same type of cells?
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Which type of epithelial tissue serves as a protective covering in high-friction areas of the body?
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What is the primary role of the nucleus in a cell?
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Which type of endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for protein synthesis?
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What structure within the cell is responsible for detoxification of harmful substances?
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What are microvilli primarily used for in cellular structures?
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Which organelle is known as the 'powerhouse' of the cell?
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What are the primary functions of lysosomes within a cell?
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Which of the following best describes the role of ribosomes?
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What is the composition of chromatin in the nucleus?
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What distinguishes tight junctions from other types of membrane junctions?
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Which part of the plasma membrane is hydrophilic?
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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the primary role of the cytoskeleton?
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What role do centrioles play during cell division?
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Which part of the cytoplasm is the fluid component that suspends organelles?
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What type of transport process does not require energy from the cell?
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Which of the following solutions causes cells to swell and could lead to cell lysis?
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What process is involved when the cell engulfs extracellular substances?
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During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
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What type of diffusion involves water moving across a semipermeable membrane?
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What is one function of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) in protein synthesis?
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In what way does active transport differ from passive transport?
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What is the main purpose of mitosis?
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Which of these processes involves the movement of materials out of the cell?
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What kind of transport requires a protein carrier for the movement of substances?
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Which of the following best describes a hypertonic solution?
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What role does messenger RNA (mRNA) play in protein synthesis?
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What component must be present for solute pumping to occur?
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Study Notes
Cells and Tissues
- Cells perform all essential chemical activities necessary for life.
- Cells serve as the fundamental building blocks of all living organisms.
- Tissues consist of groups of similar cells that work together in structure and function.
Anatomy of the Cell
- Cells showcase diversity in structure but share common features.
- Three primary regions in cells: nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane.
The Nucleus
- Acts as the control center of the cell, containing genetic material (DNA).
- Contains three primary components: nuclear membrane, nucleolus, and chromatin.
Nuclear Membrane
- A double phospholipid layer that acts as a barrier for the nucleus.
- Contains nuclear pores facilitating material exchange with the cytoplasm.
Nucleoli
- One or more nucleoli within the nucleus are responsible for ribosome production.
- Ribosomes move to the cytoplasm via nuclear pores after formation.
Chromatin
- A mixture of DNA and protein found scattered throughout the nucleus.
- Condenses to form chromosomes during cell division.
Plasma Membrane
- Serves as a barrier enclosing the cell's contents.
- Composed of a double phospholipid layer with hydrophilic heads and hydrophobic tails, embedded with proteins, cholesterol, and glycoproteins.
Plasma Membrane Specializations
- Microvilli: Finger-like projections that increase the surface area for absorption.
- Membrane junctions: Include tight junctions, desmosomes, and gap junctions for cell connection.
Cytoplasm
- Fluid portion of the cell outside the nucleus, consists of cytosol, organelles, and inclusions.
- Cytosol: Fluid within the cytoplasm; organelles perform cellular functions and inclusions are non-functional units.
Cytoplasmic Organelles
- Ribosomes: Composed of protein and RNA, sites for protein synthesis, located free in the cytoplasm or attached to the rough ER.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Comprising rough (ribosome-studded) and smooth (synthesis and detoxification) types, it transports substances within the cell.
Golgi Apparatus
- Modifies, packages proteins, and produces various packages such as secretory vesicles and lysosomes.
Lysosomes and Peroxisomes
- Lysosomes: Contain digestive enzymes for breaking down waste materials.
- Peroxisomes: Membranous sacs containing oxidase enzymes for detoxification and free radical breakdown.
Mitochondria
- Known as "powerhouses" of the cell, generating ATP through the breakdown of food using oxygen.
Cytoskeleton
- A network of protein structures maintaining the cell's shape and internal structure.
- Consists of microfilaments, intermediate filaments, and microtubules.
Centrioles
- Rod-shaped structures made of microtubules, critical for spindle formation during cell division.
Cellular Projections
- Not universally present; include cilia (for moving materials) and flagella (for propulsion).
Membrane Transport
- Involves movement of substances across the plasma membrane via passive (no energy) and active transport (requires energy).
Solutions and Transport
- Solutions: Comprise solvents and solutes. Intracellular fluid refers to nucleoplasm and cytosol; interstitial fluid exists outside the cell.
- Selective Permeability: The plasma membrane permits selective transfer of materials.
Passive Transport Processes
- Diffusion: Movement of particles from high to low concentration.
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Types of Diffusion:
- Simple diffusion: Unassisted movement of lipid-soluble solutes.
- Osmosis: Water movement across membranes.
- Facilitated diffusion: Requires protein carriers for transport.
Active Transport Processes
- Used for large substances or those needing to move against concentration gradients.
- Common active transport methods include solute pumping and bulk transport (exocytosis/endocytosis).
Bulk Transport
- Exocytosis: Exports materials out of the cell using vesicles that merge with the plasma membrane.
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Endocytosis: Engulfs extracellular substances into vesicles.
- Types include phagocytosis (cell eating) and pinocytosis (cell drinking).
Solutions Impact on Cells
- Isotonic: Equal solute concentrations; no cell change.
- Hypertonic: Higher solute concentration; cells shrink.
- Hypotonic: Lower solute concentration; cells swell.
Cell Life Cycle
- Two primary cell phases: interphase (growth and metabolism) and cell division (replication for growth and repair).
DNA Replication
- Occurs before cell division, where DNA uncoils and serves as a template.
Events of Cell Division
- Mitosis: Nucleus division creating two daughter nuclei.
- Cytokinesis: Splitting cytoplasm, leading to the formation of two daughter cells.
Stages of Mitosis
- Interphase: No division; normal activities.
- Prophase: Centromeres move to the poles.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes align at cell center.
- Anaphase: Daughter chromosomes move towards poles.
- Telophase: Formation of daughter nuclei and cleavage furrow initiates.
Protein Synthesis
- Genes dictate proteins essential for cellular structure and function.
- RNA plays a critical role; types include mRNA (instructions), tRNA (amino acid transport), and rRNA (ribosome formation).
Transcription and Translation
- Transcription: DNA to mRNA information transfer.
- Translation: Conversion of nucleic acids base sequence to amino acids forming proteins.### Body Tissues Overview
- Cells are specialized for specific functions and group together to form tissues.
- Four primary types of tissues:
- Epithelium
- Connective tissue
- Nervous tissue
- Muscle
Epithelial Tissues
- Located in body coverings, linings, and glandular tissue.
- Functions include:
- Protection
- Absorption
- Filtration
- Secretion
Epithelial Characteristics
- Cells are closely packed together.
- Tissue has one free surface and a basement membrane below.
- Avascular, meaning no direct blood supply.
- Capable of regeneration when well nourished.
Classification of Epithelium
- By number of layers:
- Simple (one layer)
- Stratified (multiple layers)
- By cell shape:
- Squamous (flat)
- Cuboidal (cube-shaped)
- Columnar (tall)
Simple Epithelium Types
- Simple Squamous: Thin layer of flat cells; lines cavities, lungs, and capillaries.
- Simple Cuboidal: Single layer of cube-like cells; found in glands and kidney tubules.
- Simple Columnar: Tall cells; may include goblet cells for mucus secretion; lines digestive tract.
- Pseudostratified: Appears layered due to varying cell heights; often ciliated, found in the respiratory tract.
Stratified Epithelium Types
- Stratified Squamous: Flattened cells at surface; provides protection; found in skin, mouth, and esophagus.
- Stratified Cuboidal and Columnar: Rare; found in ducts of large glands.
- Transitional Epithelium: Cell shape varies with stretching; lines urinary system organs.
Glandular Epithelium
- Glands are cells that secrete specific products.
- Two types:
- Endocrine Glands: Ductless, secrete hormones.
- Exocrine Glands: Secrete through ducts; examples include sweat and oil glands.
Connective Tissue
- Most abundant and widespread tissue type in the body.
- Functions include binding tissues, providing support, and offering protection.
Connective Tissue Characteristics
- Varying blood supply; some well-vascularized, others avascular.
- Composed of an extracellular matrix, which includes:
- Ground substance (mostly water, proteins, polysaccharides)
- Fibers (collagen, elastic, reticular)
Types of Connective Tissue
- Bone: Hard, composed of calcium salts and collagen fibers; supports and protects.
- Hyaline Cartilage: Most common; provides support; precursor to the fetal skeleton.
- Elastic Cartilage: Flexible; supports structures like the external ear.
- Fibrocartilage: Highly compressible, found in vertebral discs.
- Dense Connective Tissue: Mainly collagen fibers; includes tendons (muscle to bone) and ligaments (bone to bone).
- Areolar Tissue: Widely distributed, soft tissue that absorbs excess fluid.
- Adipose Tissue: Stores fat; insulates and protects organs.
- Reticular Tissue: Forms supporting framework in lymphoid organs.
- Blood: Composed of cells in a fluid matrix; functions in transport.
Muscle Tissue
- Specialized for movement; three types:
- Skeletal Muscle: Voluntary control; striated; multi-nucleated.
- Cardiac Muscle: Involuntary; found in heart; striated; single nucleus; connected by intercalated discs.
- Smooth Muscle: Involuntary; no striations; found in hollow organs; single nucleus.
Nervous Tissue
- Comprised of neurons for impulse transmission and supporting cells.
- Functions include irritability and conductivity.
Tissue Repair Mechanisms
- Regeneration: Replacement with the same type of cells.
- Fibrosis: Replacement with dense fibrous connective tissue (scar).
- Repair method depends on tissue type and injury severity.
Events in Tissue Repair
- Increased permeability of capillaries introduces clotting proteins.
- Formation of granulation tissue occurs.
- Surface epithelium regenerates.
Regeneration Capability
- Tissues that regenerate easily: epithelial tissue, fibrous connective tissue, bone.
- Poor regeneration: skeletal muscle.
- Primarily replaced with scar tissue: cardiac muscle, nervous tissue in the brain and spinal cord.
Developmental Aspects of Tissue
- Epithelial tissue originates from all three primary germ layers.
- Muscle and connective tissue develop from the mesoderm.
- Nervous tissue arises from the ectoderm.
- Aging leads to decreased tissue mass and viability.
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