4.3 Epithelial Tissue

Question 1

Epithelial tissue consists of cells arranged…

Answer 1

In continuous sheets, either single or multiple layers.

Question 2

Epithelial tissue may be divided into two types?

Answer 2

Covering/lining epithelium and glandular epithelium.

Question 3

Covering and lining epithelium

Answer 3

Forms the outer covering and inner lining

Question 4

Glandular epithelium

Answer 4

Makes up the secreting portion of glands.

Question 5

Two characteristics of covering and lining epithelial tissue.

Answer 5

Arrangement (cells into layers) and shape of cells

Question 6

Stratified squamous epithelium is keratinized when?

Answer 6

Surface cells are dead and become hardened

Question 7

Simple squamous epithelium tissue allow?

Answer 7

Diffusion of gases and nutrients

Question 8

Transitional epithelium permits distension of what organs?

Answer 8

The urinary bladder and parts of ureters and urethra ( it lines this organ)

Question 9

Explain Avascular in regards to epithelial tissue

Answer 9

Epithelial tissue has its own nerve supply but rely on the blood vessels of the adjacent connective tissue to bring nutrients and remove wastes

Question 10

Epithelial tissue also called?

Answer 10

Epithelium, (plural is epithelia).