15 Questions
Which type of tissue forms the external coverings or internal linings of organs?
Epithelial tissue
How many major tissue types are found in humans?
Four
What is the function of the main types of tissues in the human body?
Protection and support
How do tissues combine to form organs?
By combining extracellular fibers and materials
What is the approximate number of cells in the human body?
$50$ trillion
Which type of tissue forms discrete structures in the body that carry out specific functions?
Connective tissue
What are the two broad categories of membranous epithelia?
Simple and stratified epithelia
What is the function of the basement membrane in epithelial layers?
Fuses with underlying connective tissue to hold the epithelium in place
From what do glandular epithelia arise during embryonic development?
Tiny 'ingrowths' of membranous epithelia
What is the main function of connective tissue in the body?
Binding cells and other tissues together
Which cell is responsible for producing the extracellular fibers found in dense and loose connective tissue?
Fibroblast
What type of tissue contains fat cells?
Loose connective tissue (LCT)
What type of adipose tissue serves as a storage deposit for triglycerides?
"White fat"
What gives brown fat its brownish color?
"Iron-containing mitochondria"
What type of cell is most distinctive among all body cells?
Fat cell
Learn about how cells form tissues, the main types of tissues in the human body, the functions of tissues, the combination of tissues to form organs, and the importance of organ systems in maintaining health and homeostasis.
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