9 Questions
What is the characteristic feature of cells in organs?
They have specialized functions
Which tissue type does cartilage belong to?
Connective tissue
What is the primary function of cells in epithelial tissue?
Absorption of nutrients
How many basic types of tissues are there?
Four
Why are these slides important for learning histology?
They contain tissue sections that are easily confused with each other
Which of the following tissues is most closely associated with the transmission of electrical impulses?
Nervous tissue
What is the primary function of bone tissue?
Provision of mechanical support
Which of the following tissues is least likely to be found in an organ?
Blood
What is the primary function of cartilage tissue?
Provision of mechanical support
Study Notes
Microscopic Structure of Cells, Tissues, and Organs
- The virtual slide box contains 307 microscope slides for learning histology.
Tissue Classification
- Tissues are classified into four basic types:
- Epithelium
- Connective tissue (includes cartilage, bone, and blood)
- Muscle
- Nervous tissue
Organ Structure
- Organs are assembled from the four basic types of tissues.
- Organs have cells with specialized functions.
Slide Box Contents
- The slide box contains tissue sections that are easily confused with each other.
Microscopic Structure of Cells, Tissues, and Organs
- The virtual slide box contains 307 microscope slides for learning histology.
Tissue Classification
- Tissues are classified into four basic types:
- Epithelium
- Connective tissue (includes cartilage, bone, and blood)
- Muscle
- Nervous tissue
Organ Structure
- Organs are assembled from the four basic types of tissues.
- Organs have cells with specialized functions.
Slide Box Contents
- The slide box contains tissue sections that are easily confused with each other.
Explore histology with 307 microscope slides, covering tissue classification and organ assembly. Learn to distinguish similar tissue sections.
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