Types of Human Tissue
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Which of the following is NOT a primary function of joints?

  • Enabling body movement in response to skeletal muscle contraction.
  • Binding parts of the skeletal system together.
  • Generating new blood cells within the medullary cavity. (correct)
  • Making bone growth possible.

Match the joint type with its corresponding degree of movement:

Synarthroses = Immovable Amphiarthroses = Slightly movable Diarthroses = Freely movable

Vertebrochondral ribs attach directly to the sternum.

False (B)

Which type of rib is only attached to the vertebrae and not the sternum or cartilage?

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Name the epithelial type that consists of a single layer of flattened cells, optimized for rapid diffusion and filtration.

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The type of epithelium found in the urinary system organs, which allows for stretching and provides protection against leakage, is called ______ epithelium.

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Pseudostratified columnar epithelium is PRIMARILY associated with what function?

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What is the function of stratified cuboidal epithelium?

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What is the primary function of sebum, produced by sebaceous glands?

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The skeletal system in the human body consists of approximately 300 bones at maturity.

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What are the two main functions of the skeletal system, as described?

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__________ epithelial tissue consists of cells that are cube-shaped.

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Match the following epithelial tissue types with their descriptions:

<p>Squamous = Flat Columnar = Tall rectangular Simple = One layer Stratified = 2 or more layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines pseudostratified epithelial tissue?

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Where are membranes primarily located within the body, based on the tissue types mentioned?

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Membranes are primarily located in nervous and muscle tissues.

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Which of the following is NOT a primary function of epithelial tissue?

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Bone tissue is classified as epithelial tissue.

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What is the primary function of melanin in the skin?

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The pigment primarily responsible for brownish-black skin tones is called ________.

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Match the tissue type with its primary function:

<p>Epithelial = Covers and lines body surfaces Connective = Supports and binds tissues together Muscle = Generates force for movement Nervous = Conducts electrical impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

Osteoblasts are directly responsible for which of the following processes?

<p>Forming new bone tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The basement membrane is located between which two types of tissues?

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Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion?

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Given the original DNA sequence ATC-GCT, what is the corresponding mRNA sequence produced during transcription?

<p>AUC-GCU (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The codon AUG codes for the amino acid methionine and also serves as a start codon for translation.

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What amino acid sequence would result from the mRNA sequence: UUU-GCU?

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If a DNA template strand has the sequence 5'-GTC-3', the corresponding codon on the mRNA would be 5'-______-3'.

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Which of the following mRNA sequences contains a stop codon?

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Which of the following mutations in the DNA sequence ATC-GCT would result in a silent mutation?

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Match the following codons with their corresponding amino acids or function:

<p>AUG = Methionine (Start) UUU = Phenylalanine GCU = Alanine UAG = Stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tRNA anticodon would bind to the mRNA codon GUA?

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Which type of membrane is responsible for reducing friction within the thoracic cavity?

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Osteocytes are responsible for creating new bone tissue.

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Bones such as the femur are classified as ______ bones because of their supportive function.

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What is the primary reason why albinos lack pigmentation?

<p>Their melanocytes do not produce melanin. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the bone cell type with its primary function:

<p>Osteoblasts = New bone formation Osteocytes = Maintain bone density Osteoclasts = Bone degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two components make up bone in terms of organic and inorganic material, and what do they contribute?

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Which of the following describes the function of trabeculae found within spongy bone?

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The periosteum is a layer of tightly packed tissue found in the epiphysis

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Flashcards

What is a Tissue?

A group of similar cells performing a common function.

Four Main Tissue Types

Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous.

Connective Tissue Function

Binds, supports, protects, fills spaces, stores fat, and produces blood cells.

Melanin's Function

Absorbs UV radiation, determines skin color.

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Types of Melanin

Brownish-black (most common) and red/yellow.

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Bone Structure Components

Collagen and calcium.

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Basement Membrane

Lies beneath epithelial tissue, anchoring it to connective tissue.

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Main Joint Types

Fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial.

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Functions of Joints

Functional junctions between bones; bind skeletal parts; enable movement; allow bone growth; permit skeletal changes during childbirth.

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Synarthroses

Immovable joints (e.g., skull sutures).

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Amphiarthroses

Slightly movable joints (e.g., pubic symphysis).

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Diarthroses

Freely movable joints (e.g., shoulder, elbow).

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Vertebrosternal Ribs

Ribs 1-7, attaching directly to the sternum and vertebrae.

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Vertebral-chondral Ribs

Attached to vertebra in back and cartilage of rib 7 in front; ribs 8-10.

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Vertebral Ribs

Attached only to the vertebra in the back; ribs 11-12.

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Simple Squamous Epithelium

Single layer of flattened cells; allows rapid diffusion.

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Transcription

The process of converting DNA to mRNA.

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Translation

The step that converts mRNA into a sequence of amino acids.

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Sebaceous Glands

Glands that secrete sebum to lubricate skin and hair, preventing water loss.

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Skeletal System

Provides support, movement, and protection of vital organs; includes 206 bones.

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Squamous

A type of cell shape that appears flat.

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Cuboidal

Cube-shaped cells.

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Columnar

Tall, rectangular shaped cells.

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Membrane

Membranes consist of 2 tissues layers that produces a fluid to reduce friction in connective and epithelial tissue types.

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Cutaneous Membrane

Covers the body; includes the skin.

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Synovial Membrane

Lines the joints and is composed entirely of connective tissue.

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Serous Membrane

Lines closed body cavities, reduces friction, and secretes serous fluid.

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Mucous Membrane

Lines organs leading outside the body and secretes mucus.

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Osteoblasts

Build new bone (immature bone cells)

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Osteocytes

Help maintain bone density (mature bone cells).

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Osteoclasts

Degrade bone.

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Epiphysis

The tips of a long bone.

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Complementary DNA

The DNA sequence that pairs with a given template DNA strand during replication.

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RNA (Ribonucleic Acid)

A single-stranded nucleic acid that is transcribed from DNA and used in protein synthesis.

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Protein

Molecules built from amino acids, coded for by RNA, and perform various functions in cells.

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Genetic Code

The set of rules that determine how the nucleotide sequence of DNA or RNA translates into the amino acid sequence of a protein.

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Codon

A sequence of three nucleotides in DNA or RNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid or stop signal during protein synthesis.

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Start Codon (AUG)

The RNA codon that signals the beginning of protein translation. It also codes for methionine.

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Stop Codons (UAA, UAG, UGA)

Codons that signal the end of protein translation.

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Study Notes

  • A tissue is a group of similar cells performing a common function.
  • The four major tissue types are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous.

Epithelial Tissue

  • Covers body surfaces and lines internal organs.
  • Composes glands for protection, secretion, absorption, and excretion.
  • An example is the sebaceous gland.

Connective Tissue

  • Widely distributed throughout the body.
  • Functions to bind, support, protect, fill spaces, store fat, and produce blood cells.
  • Bone is an example.

Muscle Tissue

  • Attached to bones, walls of internal organs, and the heart.
  • Generates forces of movement.
  • An example is the biceps.

Nervous Tissue

  • Found in the brain, spinal cord, and nerves
  • Conducts impulses for coordination, regulation, integration, and sensory reception.
  • Brain is an example.
  • Bones are connective tissue.

Melanin

  • Melanocytes produce melanin.
  • Melanin absorbs UV radiation, protecting skin cell DNA from damage and mutation.
  • Melanin determines skin color.
  • All humans have about the same number of melanocytes; skin color varies due to melanin amount.
  • Eumelanin is primarily brownish-black.
  • Pheomelanin is classified as red/yellow.

Bone Structure

  • Osteoblasts are bone-forming cells found on bone surfaces, especially in areas of new growth.
  • These areas include the periosteum (outer layer) and endosteum (lining of the bone marrow cavity).
  • Collagen and calcium are the main components of bone structure.

Membranes

  • Epithelial tissue lies on the basement membrane.
  • The basement membrane anchors epithelium to underlying connective tissue.

Joints

  • Joints are articulations, including fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial types.
  • They function as junctions between bones, bind the skeletal system, enable movement via muscle contraction, allow bone growth, and permit skeletal changes during childbirth.

Joint Movement

  • Synarthroses joints are immovable; an example is skull sutures.
  • Amphiarthroses joints are slightly movable; an example is the pubic symphysis.
  • Diarthroses joints are freely movable; examples are the shoulder and elbow.

Ribs

  • Vertebrosternal ribs, the first seven, attach directly to the sternum and vertebrae.
  • Vertebral-sternal ribs (1-7) attach to the vertebra in the back and sternum in the front
  • Vertebral-chondral ribs (8-10) attach to the vertebra in the back and cartilage of rib 7 in the front.
  • Vertebral ribs (11-12) attach only to the vertebra in the back.
  • Humans have 12 pairs of ribs

Epithelial Cell Types

  • Simple squamous epithelium: one layer of flattened cells for rapid diffusion and filtration.
  • Simple cuboidal epithelium: one layer of cube-shaped cells for glandular secretion and protection.
  • Simple columnar epithelium: one layer of elongated cells with nuclei at the same level above the basement membrane providing for secretion, absorption, and protection of underlying tissues.
  • Pseudostratified columnar epithelium: one layer of elongated, varied cells with nuclei at different levels; it appears stratified but isn't, and it protects respiratory surfaces.
  • Stratified squamous epithelium: many layers of flattened cells; it provides a thick barrier against microorganisms and water loss, protecting from injury.
  • Stratified cuboidal epithelium: two or three layers of cube-shaped cells; it protects the ducts of various glands.
  • Stratified columnar epithelium: superficial cells are elongated, basal layers are cube-shaped; it protects larger gland ducts and facilitates secretion.
  • Transitional epithelium: several layers of cells change shape in response to increased tension such as an expandable linings of organs.

DNA Sequencing

  • Original DNA sequence: ATC-GCT
  • Complimentary DNA sequence: TAG-CGA
  • RNA sequence: AUC-GCU
  • Protein sequence from RNA: Ile-Ala

Sebaceous Glands

  • Sebaceous glands produce and secrete sebum, a fatty substance.
  • Sebum lubricates the skin and hair, prevents water loss, and keeps the skin pliable.

Skeletal System

  • There are 206 bones in the human skeletal system.
  • The skeletal system supports movement and protects vital organs.
  • Osteoblasts make new bone.
  • Osteocytes maintain bone density.
  • Osteoclasts degrade bone.
  • Collagen provides bone flexibility (1/3 of weight).
  • Calcium gives bone hardness and durability (2/3 of weight).

Bone Classification

  • Long bones support (e.g., femur).
  • Short bones provide flexibility (e.g., tarsals, carpals).
  • Sesamoid bones are short and round (e.g., patella).
  • Flat bones offer protection (e.g., ribs, scapula).
  • Irregular bones are flexible (e.g., vertebra).
  • Wormian (sutural) bones form between sutures.

Long Bone Parts

  • Epiphysis is the tip of the bone (distal and proximal).
  • Articular cartilage is hyaline cartilage on the tips of bones.
  • The diaphysis is the bone shaft.
  • Compact bone is tightly packed tissue
  • Spongy bone is located in the epiphysis
  • Trabeculae are bony plates that branch from spongy bones
  • Periosteum is dense connective tissue around the bone.
  • The medullary cavity is a tube-like hollow chamber.
  • The endosteum is the thin lining within the medullary cavity containing bone-forming cells.
  • The bone marrow can be red or yellow.

Membranes (Epithelial Tissue)

  • Thin layers of tissue that produce fluid to reduce friction, located in connective and epithelial tissue types.
  • Cutaneous Membranes: cover the body as skin
  • Synovial Membranes: line joints, composed entirely of connective tissue.
  • Serous Membranes: line closed body cavities, reduce friction, line the inner thorax and abdomen, secreting serous fluid.
  • Mucous Membranes: line organs leading outside, like the mouth, nose and throat secreting mucus.
  • Albinos have melanocytes but don't make melanin.

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