8 Questions
Which type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of blood vessels?
Smooth
Which type of epithelium is found in the respiratory and urinary tracts?
Simple columnar epithelium
Which type of membrane lines cavities not open to the outside and consists of two layers?
Serous membranes
Which type of tissue is specialized for transmitting electrical impulses and is most concentrated in the brain and spinal cord?
Nervous tissue
Which of the following is NOT a function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
Detoxification of drugs or toxins
What is the main function of microvilli?
To increase the surface area of the plasma membrane
Which type of connective tissue has a solid, rubbery matrix and is found in the ear and epiglottis?
Elastic cartilage
What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
To control protein synthesis
Test your knowledge on the structure and transport processes of the plasma membrane. Explore the components, such as lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates, and learn about diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated diffusion. Challenge yourself with this quiz!
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