Epithelial Flashcards
1
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Compound Duct
A
Multiple tubes together
2
Q
Simple duct
A
One singular duct
3
Q
Endocrine Gland
A
- Lacks ducts
- Produces hormones which pass into surrounding tissues and blood
4
Q
Exocrine Gland
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- Has Ducts
- Secretes via body cavities or body surfaces
5
Q
Two features used to classify epithelial tissue
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- Number of cell layers
- Shape of cell
6
Q
4 Primary tissue types
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- Muscle
- Nervous
- Epithelial
- Connective
7
Q
Nervous tissue Ex. and functions
A
- Brain, Spinal chord, Nerves
- Communication
8
Q
Epithelial tissue Ex. and function
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- Lining of GI tract, Hollow organs, Skin Surface
- Coverings, controlling movement across surface
9
Q
Muscle tissue Ex. and functions
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- Cardiac, Smooth, Skeletal
- Allows body to move
10
Q
Connective tissue Ex. and functions
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- Fat and other soft tissue, Bone, Tendon
- Binds body parts together, provides support and protection
11
Q
Levels of structure
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subatomic particles, atoms, molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms and biosphere
12
Q
What kinds of cell junctions connect epithelial cells?
A
adherens junction
13
Q
Do you see the apical or basal layer of skin?
A
Apical
14
Q
Simple Squamous Function and Location
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- Diffusion, lubricate organs
- Kidney, lining of heart, blood vessels
15
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Simple cuboidal Function and Location
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- Secretion and absorption
- kidney tubules, ducts, ovary surface
