Chp 17 - Tissues, organs and organ systems Flashcards
Besides structural support for the body, what function do bones serve?
They donate certain minerals when dietary levels are insufficient
Which connective tissue has a liquid matrix?
Blood
Which tissue type lives in the intestines and helps in the absorption of nutrients?
Epithelial
What are the similar cells that are grouped together and perform a common function called?
Tissues
Which components comprise the tissue of “red meat”?
Actin and myosin
What is responsible for voluntary movement?
Conscious thought and striated muscle
How long are most donated tissues able to be stored?
5 years
What is the correct sequence of bodily organization, from simple to complex?
cells - tissues - organs - organ system - organism
What process is responsible for the maintenance of blood glucose levels by the liver?
negative feedback
how often does the replacement of the epidermis occur?
every 4-6 weeks