Physiology Summary: Functions and Homeostasis
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What is the primary function of the connective tissues in the body?

  • To regulate the pH of body fluids
  • To regulate water and electrolyte concentrations
  • To provide structural support and cushioning
  • To repair damaged or dead tissue (correct)

What is the process by which cells divide to form new cells after injury?

  • Apoptosis
  • Mitosis (correct)
  • Endocytosis
  • Phagocytosis

Which type of tissue is specifically mentioned in the passage as being able to repair itself?

  • Muscular tissue
  • Epithelial and connective tissues (correct)
  • Adipose tissue
  • Nervous tissue

What is the role of collagen fibers in the repair process?

<p>They provide structural support to the injured area (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the repair process described in the passage?

<p>To replace damaged or dead tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the body's cells mentioned in the passage?

<p>To repair themselves when injured or damaged (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is specifically mentioned in the passage as being able to repair itself?

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

What is the role of collagen fibers in the repair process described in the passage?

<p>They activate when injury occurs and fill with fibrous connective tissues (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the repair process described in the passage?

<p>To replace damaged or dead tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a characteristic of the repair process described in the passage?

<p>The pH of body fluids is regulated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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