Chapter 4 The Inte. System

Question 1

These epithelial tissues are found in the kidney tubules: simple ________ epithelium.

Answer 1

Cubodial

Question 2

These simple epithelial tissues have a specialized function of diffusion:

Answer 2

Squamous

Question 3

Glands that lack ducts and secrete hormones are called ________.

Answer 3

Endocrine

Question 4

Which cells found are found in cartilage?

Answer 4

Chondrocytes

Question 5

Which cell to cell junction prevents substances from leaking across tissues?

Answer 5

tight

Question 6

Which cell to cell junction is found in a high concentration in heart muscle?

Answer 6

Gap

Question 7

Which membranes line the passageways that open to the exterior of the body, including those of the respiratory, digestive, reproductive, and urinary systems in the body?

Answer 7

Mucous

Question 8

Which of the following cavities contains the heart?

Answer 8

Thoracic

Question 9

Your skin is important in producing which of the following vitamins?

Answer 9

Vitamin D

Question 10

Which layer of skin is a thin outer layer comprised of stratified squamous epithelial tissue?

Answer 10

Epidermis

Question 11

The sebaceous glands associated with hair follicles produce ________.

Answer 11

Sebum

Question 12

The ability of the human body to maintain a relatively constant internal environment is known as ________.

Answer 12

Homeostasis

Question 13

The control center for maintaining a constant internal temperature is the:

Answer 13

hypothalamus