Histology

Front

What tissue type is the heart primarily composed of?

Back

Muscle

Front

Collagenous and elastic fibers are found extensively in which tissue type?

Back

Connective

Front

Epithelial cells present in the small intestine that are tall and thin are called what?

Back

Columnar

Front

What is the name of the tissue type that includes blood?

Back

Blood

Front

What does pseudostratified mean?

Back

Single layer that looks like many layers of cells.

Front

What are the main functions of epithelial tissue?

Back

Protection, absorption, secretion, and sensation.

Front

What is the primary function of connective tissue?

Back

To support, bind, and protect other tissues and organs.

Front

Name a type of connective tissue that stores fat.

Back

Adipose tissue.

Front

What is the difference between simple and stratified epithelial tissue?

Back

Simple has one layer of cells; stratified has multiple layers.

Front

What type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of organs?

Back

Smooth muscle.