Histology Review

Front

What type of tissue is responsible for involuntary contractions and is found in the heart?

Back

Cardiac muscle

Front

What is the most abundant type of tissue in the human body that supports, binds, and protects other tissues?

Back

Connective tissue

Front

What type of connective tissue is characterized by a loose arrangement of fibers and is found beneath the skin?

Back

Loose connective tissue (areolar)

Front

What type of epithelial tissue consists of multiple layers of cells and is found in areas subject to abrasion?

Back

Stratified squamous epithelium

Front

What type of tissue is specialized for transmitting electrical signals throughout the body?

Back

Nervous tissue (neuron)

Front

What type of muscle tissue is under voluntary control and is attached to bones?

Back

Skeletal muscle

Front

What type of connective tissue is characterized by tightly packed collagen fibers and provides strength in one direction?

Back

Dense regular connective tissue

Front

What type of epithelial tissue appears to have multiple layers but is actually a single layer of cells of varying heights?

Back

Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium

Front

What type of connective tissue is found in the walls of blood vessels and is elastic in nature?

Back

Elastic connective tissue

Front

What type of cartilage is found at the ends of long bones and provides a smooth surface for joint movement?

Back

Hyaline cartilage