Epithelial and Connective tissue

Front

What does avascular mean?

Back

Tissues do not have a blood supply.

Front

Where can you find Transitional epithelial tissue?

Back

Bladder.

Front

What type of connective tissue is blood?

Back

Blood is a type of connective tissue.

Front

Describe what simple squamous tissue looks like.

Back

One layer of flat cells.

Front

What type of cartilage provides shock absorption?

Back

Fibrocartilage.

Front

What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

Back

To cover and protect surfaces.

Front

What are the two main types of epithelial tissue?

Back

Simple and stratified.

Front

What is the function of connective tissue?

Back

To support, bind, and protect other tissues.

Front

What is the difference between loose and dense connective tissue?

Back

Loose connective tissue has fewer fibers and more ground substance, while dense connective tissue has more fibers and less ground substance.

Front

What is the role of ciliated epithelial tissue?

Back

To move substances across the surface.