Body Tissues Flashcards
1
Q
What is epithelial?
A
A thin layer of tissue that covers organs, glands, and other structures.
2
Q
What does epithelial do?
A
Protection, absorption
3
Q
What is an example of epithelial tissue?
A
Stratified squamous
4
Q
What is Muscle?
A
A soft tissue
5
Q
What does muscle tissue do?
A
Contraction and movement
6
Q
What is an example of muscle tissue?
A
Cardiac
7
Q
What is nervous tissue?
A
Transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
8
Q
What is an example of nervous tissue?
A
When a hot object is touched, its temperature is conveyed quickly the central nervous system.
9
Q
What does connective tissue do?
A
It supports, protects, and gives structure.
10
Q
What is an example of connective tissue?
A
Bone
