Epithelial Tissue Flashcards
Tissue
Similar cells working together to preform a task
Lumen
Inside of hallow organ
Lining
Inside lumen
Covering
Outer of lumen
Name organ example of lumen
Intestines, blood vessels
Where can epithelial tissue be found
Skins surface, lining of hallow organs
Which tissue has the highest chance of regeneration
Epithelial tissue
What is the skin (free side) of the tissue called
Apical surface
Which surface is bound to tissue
Basal
Does epithelial tissue have blood vessels?
No
Define basement membrane
Double layered cells that sit between epithelial tissue and connective tissue
What other characteristics does apical have
Cilia and microvilli
In order describe the epithelial tissues
Top (apical)
Middle (basal)
Basement membrane
What are goblet cells
Mucous secreting cells
What does the epithelial tissue DO
Protect, absorb, stretch, secrets and filters