Exam 4 - Integumentary system Flashcards
What is a tissue?
Group of cells with similar appearance and common function.
True or False: Organs contain only one type of tissue
False, Organs can consist more than one type of tissue
What are the 4 main tissues in animals?
- Epithelial
- Connective
- Nervous
- Muscle
Where is Epithelial Tissue found?
It is found covering outside of the body and the lines of internal organs and cavities
What is the function of the epithelial tissue?
- Function as a barrier against mechanical injury, pathogens and fluid loss. ( since they’re so packed together)
- They secrete hormones, milk, mucus, digestive enzymes, sweat
- Some have cilia that moves substances over surface or through tubes
- Can convey into the nervous system (smell, taste)
Where is Stratified ciliated columnar found and its roles?
- Found in the RESPIRATORY TRACT and reproductive system.
2. Secretes mucus
What is the function of mucus?
its a form of defense to trap particles. We then cough it out later
Where is simple cuboidal found and its roles?
- Found in the ovaries, glands, KIDNEY.
2. its for absorption and secretion of variety of enzymes or hormones
Where is stratified columnar found and its characteristic
- Its found in the inner surface of the urethra.
2. It is flexible
Where is Stratified squamos found and its roles?
- Found in the upper layer of skin of the mouth, anal canal, vagina
- It is for protection since it has multiple layers.
Where is simple squamos found and its roles?
- Found in the alveoli of lungs
2. Its for fast exchange of gases (diffusion)
Where is simple columnar found and its roles?
- Found in the stomach, and intestines
2. To secrete enzymes and absorb nutrients.
What is the function of connective tissue and what does it consist of?
- Hold tissues and organs together and in place. They manufacture and secrete extracellular matrix
- The matrix consists of web of fibers embedded in a liquid , or a jelly like, or solid foundation.
What are the 6 types of connective tissue?
- Bone
- hyaline cartilage
- Dense fibrous tissue
- Areolar tissue
- Adipose tissue
- Blood
What is the function of the bone C.T.
it gives support and protection
What is the function of Loose CT.
It acts like a glue. It binds the epithelia to underlying tissues and holds organs in place
What are the components of Dense fibrous tissue and their functions?
- The components are Tendons and Ligaments. They are elastic
- Tendons attach muscles to bone
- Ligaments connects bones to joints
What is the function of adipose tissue?
- its for protection, insulation, and storage of fat.
What is the function of hyaline cartilage?
- It acts as cushions between vertebrae
2. It helps with attachment. (they provide strength and flexibility)
What is the function of blood C.T.
- it carries oxygen, platelets, white blood cells and red blood cells.
- Theres a variety of functions
Function of a red blood cell?
carries oxygen
Function of a white blood cell?
for defense
Function of platelets?
blood clotting.
What is the muscle tissue responsible for?
Responsible for nearly all types of body movement.
3 types of muscle tissue?
- Skeletal muscle
- Smooth Muscle
- Cardiac Muscle
Which out of the 3 muscle tissues are voluntary?
- Skeletal muscles are voluntary.
Which out of the 3 muscle tissues are involuntary?
- Smooth muscle and cardiac muscle