Ch.2 Anatomy & Physiology (Tissue) Flashcards

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What is tissue?

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Collection of similar cells that perform a particular function each recognized by its characteristic appearance. There are 4 in the body.

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What is connective tissue?

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Supports, protects, binds other tissue.
Ex: (Bone, cartilage, ligament,tendons, fascia (separates muscles), blood, & fat (aka adipose tissue which stores energy, smooths and contours the body)

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What is Epithelial tissue?

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Protective lining on cavities of the body and surfaces of organs.
Ex: ( skin, mucous membranes, heart lining, digestive and respiratory organs & glands.)

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What is Muscle tissue?

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Contracts & moves various parts of the body.

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What is nerve tissue?

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Carries messages through central nervous system to control and coordinate body functions. Composed of neurons making up the NERVES, BRAIN, SPINAL CHORD.

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What are the four tissue in the body?

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Connective
Epithelial
Muscle
Nerve

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