Tissues - Part One

What is the definition of tissue?

What role do tissues play in the organization of the body?

• They are the smallest unit of life

• They serve as the building blocks of organs and organ systems

• They are responsible for genetic information

• They are the primary source of energy

Which type of tissue forms tightly packed cellular barriers lining organs and body cavities?

• Connective

• Muscle

• Nervous

• Epithelial

What type of tissue includes blood, bone, and cartilage?

• Muscle

• Nervous

• Connective

• Epithelial

Which tissue type comprises skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle fibers?

• Nervous

• Connective

• Epithelial

• Muscle

What type of tissue consists of neurons and supporting glial cells?

• Epithelial

• Muscle

• Nervous

• Connective

Which type of epithelial tissue is composed of flat, scale-like cells that form thin protective layers?

• Squamous Epithelium

• Cuboidal Epithelium

• Columnar Epithelium

• Transitional Epithelium

Where is cuboidal epithelium primarily found?

• Lungs and blood vessels

• Digestive tract

• Glands and kidney tubules

• Skin surface

What is the main function of columnar epithelium?

• Protection

• Secretion

• Absorption

• Filtration

One of the primary functions of epithelial tissue is to (a)  

• Provide structural support
• Create protective barriers
• Transport oxygen
• Store energy