Tissues Overview: Epithelial Tissue
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Tissues Overview: Epithelial Tissue

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What is the primary function of gap junctions in muscle cells?

  • They enable electrical coupling for synchronous contraction. (correct)
  • They facilitate nutrient absorption.
  • They regulate hormonal signaling.
  • They provide structural support to the cells.
  • What is the fundamental type of tissue that includes simple columnar epithelium?

  • Connective tissue
  • Epithelial tissue (correct)
  • Muscle tissue
  • Nervous tissue
  • Which specific subtype is characterized by the presence of goblet cells?

  • Simple columnar epithelium (correct)
  • Simple squamous epithelium
  • Transitional epithelium
  • Stratified cuboidal epithelium
  • What type of intercellular junction would be primarily responsible for communicating electrically between muscle cells?

    <p>Gap junctions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of simple columnar epithelium?

    <p>It contains a single layer of tall, column-like cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the process of change from one epithelial type to another?

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

    Which type of epithelial tissue is present in a healthy trachea?

    <p>Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might excessive mucus accumulation and constant cough indicate about the epithelial lining?

    <p>Infection or irritation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurs to the epithelial cells in response to chronic irritation in the trachea?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a likely cause of epithelial changes in the trachea?

    <p>Oxygen therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tissue is primarily responsible for covering surface areas and internal linings in the body?

    <p>Epithelial Tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is NOT associated with epithelial tissue?

    <p>Highly vascularized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of connective tissue?

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

    What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

    <p>Secretion and absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are epithelial tissues named?

    <p>Based on the number of cell layers and shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic describes transitional epithelium?

    <p>It can change shape depending on organ stretching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells can be derived from the ectoderm during development?

    <p>Epidermis of skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is typical of epithelial tissue?

    <p>Protection and absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the condition characterized by a decrease in the number of cells, resulting in reduced tissue mass?

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

    Which term describes the abnormal proliferation of cells that leads to an increase in tissue size?

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

    What is the difference between neoplasia and hyperplasia?

    <p>Neoplasia involves uncontrolled cell growth; hyperplasia is a controlled increase in cell number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes involves a transformation of one differentiated cell type to another?

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

    Which condition is characterized by an increase in cell number but may still result in abnormal tissue function?

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

    Which type of gland is characterized by total destruction of the cell during secretion?

    <p>Holocrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main morphological category of glands that can be either simple or compound?

    <p>Multicellular glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of secretion involves ducts and includes glands like salivary and sweat glands?

    <p>Exocrine secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example correctly illustrates a simple coiled tubular gland?

    <p>Sweat gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of gland produces hormones and does not have ducts?

    <p>Endocrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes compound tubulo-acinar glands from other gland types?

    <p>They divide into branches with both tubular and sac-like dilatations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland type involves partial destruction of the cell during secretion?

    <p>Apocrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category includes glands like the pancreas and sweat glands, characterized by no destruction of the secreting cell?

    <p>Merocrine glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cell is represented by the goblet cell?

    <p>Unicellular cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of exocrine secretion primarily involves the secretion of digestive enzymes?

    <p>Serous secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is a classic example of a cytogenic gland?

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

    Which exocrine gland type is characterized by ducts and includes glands like the uterus?

    <p>Exocrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a simple branched tubular gland?

    <p>It has multiple branches with secretory cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Tissues Overview

    • Histology is the study of tissues, which are groups of similar cells that work together for specific functions.
    • Four fundamental types of tissues: Epithelial, Connective, Muscular, and Nervous.

    Epithelial Tissue

    • Epithelial tissue covers external and internal surfaces of the body and forms glands.
    • Characterized by closely adherent cells, high cohesiveness, a lack of blood vessels (avascular), and presence of a basement membrane.

    Types of Epithelial Tissue

    • Classified based on the number of cell layers and cell shapes:
      • Number of Layers: Simple, Stratified, Pseudostratified, Transitional.
      • Cell Shapes: Squamous, Cuboidal, Columnar.

    Germ Layer Derivation

    • Epithelial tissue can originate from:
      • Ectoderm: Epidermis and corneal epithelium.
      • Mesoderm: Lining of kidneys and reproductive tracts.
      • Endoderm: Lining of gastrointestinal tracts.

    Functions of Epithelial Tissue

    • Protection, Absorption, Secretion, Excretion, Filtration, Lubrication, and Sensory Reception.

    Intercellular Junctions

    • Connect epithelial cells and facilitate communication and adhesion.

    Gap Junctions

    • Allow electrical coupling in certain muscle cells for synchronous contraction.

    Classification of Glands

    • Glands may be classified by:
      • Number of cells: Unicellular (e.g., Goblet cells) and Multicellular (duct and secretory unit).
      • Manner of secretion: Exocrine (with ducts) and Endocrine (ductless).
      • Fate of secretions, and morphology.

    Exocrine vs Endocrine Glands

    • Exocrine glands have ducts (e.g., Salivary, Uterine).
    • Endocrine glands release hormones directly into the bloodstream (e.g., Islets of Langerhans).

    Types of Exocrine Secretion

    • Patterns:
      • Merocrine: No cell damage (e.g., Pancreas, Sweat glands).
      • Apocrine: Partial cell damage (e.g., Mammary glands).
      • Holocrine: Total cell destruction (e.g., Sebaceous glands).

    Morphological Types of Glands

    • Simple:
      • Tubular, Coiled, Branched, Acinar.
    • Compound:
      • Tubular, Alveolar, Tubulo-acinar.

    Neoplastic Changes

    • Adenomas are benign epithelial growths with glandular features.
    • Adenocarcinomas are malignant growths originating from glandular tissue.

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