Animal Tissues

Animal Tissues

Tissue

A group of cells which are similar in structure and function.

Epithelial Tissue

• Protective layer

• Outer and inner lining of organs

• No intercellular space

Fibrous Connective Tissue

• (A) Areolar connective tissue

• Packaging tissue or

  'biological glue'

• Connect skin to tissues

• Helps in maintaining the position of organs

• Connect organs to each other

B) Adipose Connective Tissue

• Acts as a cushion

• Food reserve in the body

• Warmth

• Prevents loss of heat