ANATOMICAL TERMS AND TISSUES

Front

What is the term for tissues that are farther from the point of origin or attachment?

Back

Distal

Front

What are the four main types of tissues found in the human body?

Back

Nervous, Muscle, Connective, Epithelial

Front

Which protein is abundant in dense regular connective tissue?

Back

Collagen

Front

In anatomical terms, what does 'proximal' refer to?

Back

Closer to the point of attachment or origin.

Front

What does 'superficial' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Closer to the surface of the body.

Front

What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

Back

To cover and line surfaces of the body.

Front

What type of connective tissue stores fat?

Back

Adipose tissue.

Front

What is the role of muscle tissue in the body?

Back

To facilitate movement.

Front

What is the term for tissues that are closer to the point of origin or attachment?

Back

Proximal

Front

Which type of connective tissue is responsible for connecting muscles to bones?

Back

Tendons.