Epithelial Tissue Quiz

What is a characteristic of simple squamous epithelium?

• Multiple layers of cube-shaped cells

• Single, flat layer of thin and permeable cells

• Tall, closely packed cells with cilia

• Thick, protective layer

What is the bottom surface of an epithelial tissue called?

• Apical surface

• Free surface

• Basal surface

• Connective surface

What is the membrane underneath the basal surface called?

• Apical membrane

• Connective membrane

• Basement membrane

• Surface membrane

What is a characteristic feature of pseudo-stratified epithelium?

• Nuclei at different levels

• Uniform cell layers

• Single layer of cells

• Cells change shape when stretched

How do exocrine glands secrete substances?

• Through the bloodstream

• Through a duct

• By diffusion

• By osmosis

Which type of exocrine gland uses exocytosis to secrete products?

• Holocrine

• Apocrine

• Merocrine

• Endocrine

Where is regular dense connective tissue commonly found?

• In the brain

• In tendons and ligaments

• In the stomach lining

• In the lungs

What is a characteristic of elastic cartilage?

• Contains lots of collagen

• Highly flexible

• Glassy looking

• Firm ground substance

Where is cardiac muscle tissue primarily found?

• Walls of the stomach

• Heart muscle

• Bones of the skeleton

• Bladder

What is the role of neurons in the nervous system?

• Support and protect neuroglia

• Convert stimuli into nerve impulses

• Regenerate after injury

• Contract muscles