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Human Tissues Types Quiz
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Human Tissues Types Quiz

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What is the main function of epithelial tissues?

  • Generate movement in the body
  • Form the surface of the skin and line various body systems (correct)
  • Carry oxygen throughout the body
  • Store nutrients for later use
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of epithelial tissues?

  • Obtain nutrients through diffusion and absorption
  • Cells are tightly bounded by cell junctions
  • Contain blood vessels (correct)
  • Attached to basement membrane
  • Where can delicate epithelial tissues be found in the human body?

  • Skin
  • Muscles and bones
  • Nervous system
  • Internal cavities like chest and abdominal cavities (correct)
  • What is the role of the basement membrane in epithelial tissues?

    <p>Provide structural support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do epithelial tissues obtain nutrients if they are avascular?

    <p>By diffusion and absorption through the exposed surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do epithelial cells adhere to each other?

    <p>'Cell Joints'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of simple squamous epithelial tissue in the alveoli of the lungs?

    <p>Absorption of oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of epithelial tissue is characterized by a single layer of flattened cells that allow easy passage of substances?

    <p>Simple squamous epithelial tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the region of coverage for simple squamous epithelial tissue due to the thinness of its cells?

    <p>Kidney and capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cell nuclei in simple squamous epithelium tend to be flat, horizontal, and elliptical?

    <p>Squamous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of mesothelial cells, which are part of simple squamous epithelium?

    <p>Production of lubricating fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic shape is associated with simple squamous or pavement epithelial tissue?

    <p>Flattened cells resembling scales</p> Signup and view all the answers

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