BIO 210 Ch. 4 Quiz

Which tissue type is important for locomotion and movement of things such as food stuffs?

• Epithelial tissue

• Connective tissue

• Muscle tissue

• Nervous tissue

Spongy bone has what unique feature?

• Trabeculae structure

• Dense matrix

• Smooth surface

• Solid mass

What is a dendrite?

• A type of neuron

• A part of a neuron that receives signals

• A type of neurotransmitter

• A part of the brain

How are mucous membranes different from serous membranes?

• Mucous membranes are found only in the respiratory system; serous membranes are found in the digestive system.
• Mucous membranes secrete mucus and line open cavities; serous membranes secrete serous fluid and line closed cavities.
• Mucous membranes secrete serous fluid; serous membranes secrete mucus.
• Mucous membranes line closed cavities; serous membranes line open cavities.

How is simple epithelial tissue different from stratified epithelial tissue?

• Simple epithelial tissue has multiple layers; stratified epithelial tissue has one layer.
• Simple epithelial tissue is thicker than stratified epithelial tissue.
• Stratified epithelial tissue is found only in the lungs, while simple is found everywhere.
• Simple epithelial tissue has one layer of cells; stratified epithelial tissue has multiple layers.

What is the function of nervous tissue?

• The function of nervous tissue is to transmit signals and process information in the body.
• To provide structural support to organs.
• To store energy in the body.
• To facilitate digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Which is not a class of connective tissue?

• Cartilage
• Adipose
• Smooth

• Bone

How are the endoderm and mesoderm germ layers different?

• The endoderm forms muscles; the mesoderm forms blood vessels.
• The endoderm forms internal organs; the mesoderm forms muscles and bones.
• The endoderm forms bones; the mesoderm forms the heart.
• The endoderm forms skin; the mesoderm forms the nervous system.

Identify the type of epithelium:

• Pseudostratified
• Simple cuboidal
• Transitional
• Simple Squamous

Which muscle tissue is characterized by intercalated discs?

• Skeletal muscle tissue
• Cardiac muscle tissue
• Connective muscle tissue
• Smooth muscle tissue