FINAL EXAM STUDY Flashcards
what is epithelial tissue made of
Epithelial tissue is made mostly of
cells with minimal amounts of
extracellular material
is epithelial tissue vascular or avascular
avascular but innervated
is epthelial tissue regenerative
yes highly which is good as often damaged
what is the basal lamina
Noncellular sheet made of
proteins
* Functions * Selective filter * Scaffolding for new, migrating
epithelial cells
what is the basement membrane made of
basal lamnia and reticular fibers
what are microvili
Folds of plasma membrane * Increase surface area to
increase absorption or
secretion
* Don’t move; smaller than cilia
what are cilia
Whip
-like, highly motile
extensions of plasma
membrane
* Moves fluid/substances in one
direction
what is celiac
Genetic autoimmune disease
* Body attacks and destroys the villi and
microvilli of the small intestine in
response to gluten
* Nutrients are not absorbed well
what is an example of an epithelium that protects
skin
what is an example of an epithelium that secretes
glands
what is an example of an epithelium that absorbs
small intestine
what is an example of an epithelium that diffuses
kidney
what is an example of an epithelium that filters
kidney
where is simple squamous found
diffusion in LUNGS
filtration in KIDNEY
secretion in SEROUS MEMBRANE
where is simple cuboidal found
absorption in KIDNEY
secretion in GLANDS
where is simple columnar found
absorption in GI
movement in BRONCHI
secretion of mucus
where is pseudostratified found
mucus in respirory tract
stratified squamous is found where
Protection: epidermis of skin
(keratinized); oral cavity and
esophagus (nonkeratinized)
stratified cuboidal is what
- Two layers of cube-shaped
cells - Protection and secretion:
salivary glands
where is stratified cuboidal found
protection in MALE URETHRA
some ducts and glands
where is transitional epithelium
in bladder
what is Membranous
- Membranous: majority of body coverings and linings (our focus)
what is Glandular
Glandular: specialized epithelial tissue that produces glandular secretions
difference between glandular and membranous
LOCATION
what are Endocrine glands
- Lack ducts
- Produce hormones which pass into
surrounding tissues/blood vessels
what are Exocrine glands
- Secrete via ducts into body cavities or onto
a body surface
what is an example of an exocrine gland unicellular
Unicellular glands
* Example: Goblet cell
* Shaped like a goblet
* Produce mucus
* Found in respiratory and digestive tracts
what is an example of an exocrine gland multicellular
Multicellular glands
* Two names
* Classified by the structure of their ducts
* Simple (duct is unbranched)
* Compound (duct is branched)
* And the shape of their secretory units
* Tubular (tube shaped)
* Alveolar (spherical)
what is connective tissue
- Abundant; found in every organ
- Many diverse types
- Performs variety of important functions
what does cT do
Connects other tissues and organs together
* Ex. Ligaments, and tendons
* Forms skeleton
* Bone and cartilage
* Carries and stores nutrients
* Blood, bone, adipose
* Supports blood vessels and nerves
* Loose areolar CT
what is EM made of
ground substance
protein fibers
what are the types of protien fibers
Provide strength and flexibility
* Types:
* Collagen fibers
* Strongest
* Most abundant
* Elastic fibers
* Ability to stretch and recoil
* Reticular fibers
* Short
* Support network
mesenchyme
- All originate from common embryonic tissue: mesenchyme (CT)
what is CT proper
- Loose CT
- Dense CT
what is areolar CT
Most widespread of CTs
* Functions:
* Ground substance holds fluid
* Called interstitial fluid (tissue fluid)
* Serves as “packing material” around organs
* Involved in immunity and inflammation
* Often the first line of defense against
invading microorganisms
where is areolar ct
Underlies most epithelia
* Surrounds nerves and blood vessels
what is adipose
- Little EC matrix * MANY adipocytes filled with lipids * Well vascularized * Allows access to lipids for energy * Functions * Protection of organs * Energy source
where is adipose
Hypodermis * Visceral fat * Around highly active organs (ex.
Heart and kidneys)
what is white adipose
Most fat is white (turns yellow over time
because of pigment carotene)
* Stores lipids as nutrients
what is brown adipose
- Brown adipose produces heat and is a
nutrient consumer
what is reticular loose ct
Only contain reticular fibers
* Form a 3-dimensional
network filled with cells
* Functions
* Forms soft internal skeleton
(stroma)
in lymphoid organs
where is dense regular ct
Collagen fibers run parallel to each other
* Function
* Provides strength in one direction
where is dense regular ct
Collagen fibers run parallel to each other
* Function
* Provides strength in one direction
* Locations
* Tendons
* Ligaments
what is dense irregular ct
Collagen fibers run in many
different directions to each
other * Not parallel
* Function * Able to resist strong tensions
from different directions
where is dense irregular ct
Locations * Dermis * Joint capsules * Overlying capsules of kidney and
spleen
where is dense elastic ct
aorta
what is dense elastic ct
- Elastic fibers dominate
- Function
- Withstand stretch and
capable of recoil
what is cartilage
- Firm, flexible tissue; found in many
parts of the skeleton - Characteristics: * The abundant matrix is mostly water * Allows for cartilage to spring back after
compression - Cells (chondrocytes, chondroblasts,
chondroclasts
) - Collagen fibers are thin
Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva is a real
disorder. Which of the following do you think is
the best literal translation of the name?
Fibers are replaced by bone tissue
Name two features that are used to classify epithelial tissue
the shape of the cells and the number of cell layers present
Which of these is not a primary tissue type (there may be more than one correct answer)?
* Muscle
* Bone
* Connective tissue
* Skin
* Nervous
Bone
Skin
What are the four primary tissue types?
epithelial tissue, connective tissue, muscle tissue, and nervous tissue
What level of structure is just below tissue?
cellular
- What level of structure is immediately above tissue?
an organ
- What kinds of cell junctions connect epithelial cells?
tight junctions, adherens junctions (also called zonula adherens), and desmosomes;
- An example of epithelial tissue is the outer layer of your skin
epidermis
A gastroenterologist performs a colonoscopy. Is the doctor seeing the apical or basal surface of the large intestine when looking
through the scope?
apical
Epithelial tissue is avascular yet highly regenerative. Explain how regeneration can take place with a tissue that is avascular
it relies on a population of stem cells located in its basal layer, which continuously divide and differentiate to replace older, damaged cells, with nutrients reaching them through diffusion from the underlying connective tissue that is well-vascularized
Describe 2 ways in which epithelial tissue differs with connective tissue.
cell arrangement and cell function
If you were designing a tissue that could resist tension in one direction, what protein fiber(s)
would you choose and how would you orient the fibers?
Dense CT
- Name two cells that are found in connective tissues that are involved in defense
mast cells
macrophages
Identify locations for the following connective tissues:
* Reticular
found in the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, liver, and kidney
Identify locations for the following connective tissues:
* Loose areolar
beneath the epidermis of the skin, surrounding blood vessels and nerves, filling spaces between organs
Identify locations for the following connective tissues:
* Adipose
found under the skin (subcutaneous layer), between muscles, around organs like the kidneys and heart, and within bone marrow
- What kind of tissue forms tendons?
dense regular ct
The lower layer of the dermis is made of this tissue:
reticular ct
The upper layer of the dermis is this tissue:
papillary dermis
The epidermis is made of this tissue:
stratified squamous epithelium
Describe the protein fibers and their arrangement for dense regular CT
collagen, which is arranged in tightly packed, parallel bundles, meaning all the fibers run in the same direction
Why is blood considered a connective tissue?
it has the same embryonic origin as other connective tissues and connects the body’s systems together
What cells produce cartilage?
chondrocytes
The skin is the _____________ membrane
the cutaneous
The respiratory system is lined with this type of membrane:
mucous
Describe the structure of a serous membrane
a single layer of flat, squamous epithelial cells called “mesothelium” which rests on a thin layer of underlying connective tissue
What kind of membrane surrounds the heart?
pericardium
Identify the part of the membrane that is closest to the heart
visceral pericardium, also known as the epicardium.
- What fills the cavity between these two layers?
viceral and pericardium
pericardial fluid
A ruptured bowel (large intestine) could cause inflammation of this serous membrane:
____________ and is called ___________.
peritoneum and peritonitis
What kind of tissue is the epidermis?
stratified squamous
A strong protein is found in the epidermis. What is it?
Keritin
What kind of tissue is the dermis?
connective tissue
What kind of tissue is the hypodermis?
Connective tissue
Describe how and where melanin is distributed in keratinocytes
in the basal layer of the epidermis, specifically forming a “cap” or concentrated area around the nucleus, where it is transferred from melanocytes via melanosomes, protecting the cell’s genetic material from UV damage
If the number of melanocytes is consistent between light-skinned and dark-skinned people,
explain why light-skinned people are lighter than dark-skinned people
people with lighter skin produce less melanin
What are two other pigments that contribute to skin color?
carotene and hemoglobin
List the epidermal layers from deep to superficial in thick skin
stratum basale (germinatum),
followed by the stratum spinosum,
stratum granulosum,
stratum lucidum (when present),
and ending with the outermost layer, the stratum corneum
Which layer is found in thick skin but not thin skin?
stratum lucidum
what is the stratum basale
Stratum basale:
Single layer of actively dividing cuboidal cells (keratinocytes) with melanocytes producing melanin for skin color; attached to the dermis.
what is the stratum spinosum:
Several layers of cells with “spiny” projections due to desmosomes connecting them; keratinocytes continue to divide and produce keratin.
what is Stratum granulosum:
Cells start to flatten and develop granules containing keratin and lipids, preparing for keratinization.
What is Stratum lucidum:
Thin, translucent layer only found in thick skin (palms, soles) composed of very flat, dead keratinocytes.
what is Stratum corneum
The outermost layer, consisting of many layers of dead, flattened keratinocytes that constantly shed from the skin surface
- Why is stratum granulosum called stratum granulosum
The stratum granulosum is called “granular layer” because it contains large, visible granules called keratohyalin granules within the keratinocytes, which are primarily composed of proteins like profilaggrin, and their function is to bind keratin filaments together, helping to form the tough, waterproof barrier of the skin’s stratum corneum; essentially, these granules play a key role in the process of keratinization
Which epidermal layers are made of completely dead cells?
stratum corneum
Tommy slammed his finger with a hammer and lost his fingernail. His doctor warned that his
nail might not ever grow back. Why?
damage to nail root
Jenny says she is going to paint her eponichia with fingernail polish. Is this a smart choice?
Explain
no as this is the skin around the nail not the actual nail and it may cause irritation
Nurse Jim examines Al’s fingernails and notices his nailbeds have a blueish tint. This concerns
Nurse Jim. Why?
poor oxygen flow in blood
Alex did not need deodorant until the age of 13. Explain.
hormone changes causes pores to open releasing oder filled sweat
What is occurring with A pimple
a sebaceous gland, also known as an oil gland, becomes clogged with excess oil (sebum) and dead skin cells, leading to inflammation and a visible red bump on the skin surface
What is occurring with a blackhead
the sebaceous gland associated with that follicle; when the clogged pore opens to the skin’s surface, exposure to air causes the trapped material to oxidize and appear black.
what is occurring with acne
sebaceous glands, which are small oil glands connected to hair follicles, become clogged with a buildup of excess oil (sebum) and dead skin cells, leading to the formation of pimples and cysts on the skin,
what is a whitehead
sebaceous gland, which produces oil for the skin, becomes clogged with a buildup of dead skin cells and sebum (oil), resulting in a small, white bump beneath the skin’s surface; essentially, the pore is plugged, preventing the oil from properly exiting the gland and creating a visible bump
why the treatment of acne is often a multi-pronged approach? What are the common
treatments?
because the condition has multiple contributing factors, like bacteria, excess oil production, and clogged pores, so addressing it effectively requires a combination of strategies
I stepped on a tack while walking and said, “Ouch! My stratum lucidum!” Was I (partly) correct
or not?
yes
Megan is delighted to be pregnant but not delighted at the stretch marks developing on her
abdomen. She read that using a cream to help heal the epidermis will help. Is this
advertisement correct or not? Explain.
No because stretch marks are in the dermis this product will not work since it is made to heal the epidermis.
what is the rule of 9s
to quickly estimate the percentage of body surface area affected by a burn injury,
Rank the 3 main types of skin cancer from least likely to metastasize to most likely to
metastasize.
Basal cell carcinoma (least likely), squamous cell carcinoma (intermediate), and melanoma (most likely)
All of these skin appendages are said to be “epidermal derivatives”. What does that tell you
about these structures?
structures that originate from the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin
List and describe the functions of the skeleton.
gives your body its shape, allows movement, makes blood cells, provides protection for your organs and stores minerals
Compare and contrast spongy and compact bone.
Spongy bone, also called cancellous bone, is a lighter, less dense bone tissue with a porous, honeycomb-like structure made up of trabeculae,
compact bone, also known as cortical bone, is a denser, solid outer layer of bone that provides significant strength and is composed of tightly packed osteons, making it the primary weight-bearing tissue in the skeleton
Imagine a skeleton made only of solid compact bone. What consequences might there be?
too heavy and easy to break bone
How do osteocytes receive nutrients?
through the caniculi
Identify the classification of the Sphenoid
cranial bone
Identify the classification of the Humerous
long bone
Identify the classification of the Talus
short bone
Identify the classification of the Cervical vertebra
irregular bone
Identify the classification of the Frontal bone
flat bone
Identify the classification of the tibia
long bone
Identify the classification of the metacarpal
long bone
Identify the classification of the lunate
carpal bone
Identify where periosteum is located with a long bone. How is the periosteum attached to the
bone?
on the outer surface of a long bone, covering the entire bone except for the joint surfaces (articular cartilage) at the ends;
it is essentially a tough, fibrous membrane that tightly adheres to the bone through strong collagen fibers called “Sharpey’s fibers” which extend from the periosteum into the bone matrix
Identify the location(s) of endosteum.
inner surface of all bones
Both the periosteum and endosteum are said to be osteogenic meaning what
both these membrane-like tissues have the ability to produce new bone cells
using osteoblasts
How are osteons positioned in compact bone (i.e., how does their positioning relate to each
other?
parallel to each other, running along the length of the bone, aligning with the direction of typical stress to help resist bending and fracturing
There are 3 kinds of lamellae. Name them
concentric lamellae interstitial lamellae and circumferential lamellae
what is concentric lamellae
concentric lamellae (forming the rings within an osteon)
what is interstitial lamellae
interstitial lamellae (filling the spaces between osteons)
what is circumferential lamellae
circumferential lamellae (located at the outer and inner edges of the compact bone, running around the entire bone circumference)
Differentiate between the epiphyseal plate and epiphyseal line.
The epiphyseal plate is a cartilaginous growth plate present in children and adolescents, allowing bones to lengthen during development
the epiphyseal line is a bony structure that forms once the growth plate has fused and signifies the end of bone growth
List and briefly describe the different zones associated with an epiphyseal plate.
Resting Zone:
This is the layer of cartilage closest to the epiphysis, where the cells are relatively inactive and maintain the cartilage structure.
Proliferative Zone:
Cells rapidly divide and multiply, creating new cartilage cells that contribute to the lengthening of the bone.
Hypertrophic Zone:
Cartilage cells enlarge and mature, forming large lacunae within the cartilage matrix.
Calcified Cartilage Zone:
The cartilage matrix calcifies, preparing the cartilage to be replaced by bone tissue.
Ossification Zone:
New bone tissue is formed by osteoblasts, replacing the calcified cartilage and connecting the epiphysis to the diaphysis.
Where, in relation to the diaphysis and epiphysis is new bone added?
the epiphysis within the growth plate
what is the resting zone
This is the layer of cartilage closest to the epiphysis, where the cells are relatively inactive and maintain the cartilage structure.
what is the Proliferative Zone:
Cells rapidly divide and multiply, creating new cartilage cells that contribute to the lengthening of the bone
what is the Hypertrophic Zone
Cartilage cells enlarge and mature, forming large lacunae within the cartilage matrix.
what is the Calcified Cartilage Zone:
The cartilage matrix calcifies, preparing the cartilage to be replaced by bone tissue.
what is the Ossification Zone:
New bone tissue is formed by osteoblasts, replacing the calcified cartilage and connecting the epiphysis to the diaphysis.
Why is the epiphyseal plate considered a remnant of the fetal skeleton
closes in babys head
What kind of tissue is remodeled during intramembranous ossification?
bony or mesenchymal connective tissue
What kind of tissue is remodeled during endochondral ossification?
hyaline
Which bones are formed by intramembranous ossification?
Cranial bones, flat bones of the face and clavicals
Which bones are formed by endochondral ossification?
femur, humerus, tibia, fibula, radius, ulna, as well as the vertebrae, ribs, and the base of the skull
When does intramembranous and endochondral ossification take place (roughly)?
during early embryonic development, roughly around six weeks after fertilization
List the general steps of intramembranous ossification.
Mesenchymal condensation:
Osteoblast differentiation:
Osteoid secretion:
Calcification:
Trabecular formation:
Vascularization:
Periosteum formation:
Remodeling:
what is Mesenchymal condensation:
Mesenchymal cells gather and condense at the site of future bone formation, forming an “ossification center.
what is Osteoblast differentiation:
Mesenchymal cells differentiate into osteoblasts, cells responsible for bone matrix production.
what is Osteoid secretion:
Osteoblasts secrete osteoid, a protein-rich substance that forms the bone matrix.
what is Calcification:
Calcium salts deposit within the osteoid, causing it to harden and mineralize.
what is Trabecular formation:
Bone spicules called trabeculae begin to form, creating a network of spongy bone.
what is Vascularization
Blood vessels invade the developing bone, bringing nutrients and supporting further development.
what is Periosteum formation
A layer of connective tissue, the periosteum, develops around the bone.
what is Remodeling
Woven bone is gradually replaced by more organized lamellar bone.
List the general steps of endochondral ossification.
Formation of a cartilage model:
Development of a bone collar:
Cartilage calcification:
Blood vessel invasion:
Medullary cavity formation:
Epiphyseal plate formation:
what is the Primary ossification center
Located in the center of the diaphysis (shaft) of the long bone.
what is the Secondary ossification center
Secondary ossification center: Located in the epiphyses (ends) of the long bone.
Which cells are involved in bone remodeling?
osteoblast and osteoclast
Does bone remodeling occur only during fetal development?
No, bone remodeling does not only occur during fetal development; it is a continuous process that happens throughout a person’s life, allowing bones to adapt to stress, repair damage, and maintain their structural integrity even after skeletal maturity is reached
List, in order, the steps of bone healing after a fracture.
- Hematoma formation (blood clot),
- Soft callus formation (fibrocartilage),
- Hard callus formation (bony tissue),
- Bone remodeling
what is Osteoporosis
a bone disease that weakens bones, making them more likely to break
what is Osteomalacia (rickets)
Rickets and osteomalacia are both conditions that cause bones to become soft and weak, but affect children and adults differently
what is Paget’s disease
a chronic disorder that causes bones to grow abnormally, becoming larger, weaker, and more likely to break
Where is vitamin D made? What is its significance to the skeletal system?
The skin produces vitamin D when exposed to sunlight
it helps the body absorb calcium, which is crucial for building and maintaining strong bones
Why are weight-bearing exercises suggested as a prevention to osteoporosis?
they put stress on the bones, stimulating them to produce more bone tissue, thus increasing bone density and reducing the risk of fractures
Frank is learning the bones of the appendicular and axial skeletons and suggests that the clavicle
and scapula are part of the axial skeleton. Is he correct? Explain.
No, Frank is incorrect; the clavicle and scapula are considered part of the appendicular skeleton, not the axial skeleton, as they make up the pectoral girdle which connects the upper limbs to the central axial skeleton
Why are blood vessels, nerves, and epithelial tissue included in the components of the skeletal
system (versus just bones and cartilage?
they are essential for the proper functioning of bones and cartilage, supplying them with nutrients, oxygen, and innervation necessary for growth, repair, and sensation
What type of tissue is cartilage?
connective tissue
Why is it significant that chondroblasts are positioned between the perichondrium and
cartilage?
allows them to directly access the necessary components to produce new cartilage matrix, allow growth
What significance is the high percentage of water in cartilage? How do you think this differs
with age?
as we age, the water content in cartilage tends to decrease, leading to a stiffer and less flexible joint due to changes in the structure of the proteoglycans that hold water within the cartilage matrix
what is an example of Contractility
the action of your biceps muscle contracting when you bend your elbow
what is an example of Extensibility
the ability of a muscle to stretch without tearing, like when you extend your knee fully, the hamstring muscles in the back of your leg need to stretch to accommodate the movement; this stretching capability is considered extensibility
what is an example of Excitability
a muscle cell contracting rapidly in response to a nerve signal, like when you quickly jerk your hand away from a hot stove
what is an example of Elasticity
a rubber band; when you stretch it, it returns to its original shape once the force is released, demonstrating the property of elasticity where a material can deform under stress and then bounce back to its original form.
List the 3 primary muscle types
Skeletal Cardiac and Smooth
what is smooth muscle
Smooth muscle is located in the walls of internal organs like the stomach, intestines, bladder, blood vessels, and uterus; it is under involuntary control; has no striations; is uninucleated; and has a spindle-shaped cell structure
what is cardiac muscle
Location: Heart walls
Control: Involuntary
Striations: Present
Nucleus: Uninucleated (single nucleus per cell)
Cell Shape: Branched
what is skeletal muscle
attached to bones throughout the body, is under voluntary control, has striations, is multinucleated, and has a cylindrical cell shape
What type of muscle would you expect to find within the walls of blood vessels?
smooth muscle
Identify the levels of organization of a skeletal muscle from whole muscle to muscle cell.
whole muscle (covered by epimysium) > fascicle (covered by perimysium) > muscle fiber (covered by endomysium) > myofibril > sarcomere
Identify the levels of organization of a skeletal muscle from whole muscle to myofilament.
whole muscle, fascicle, muscle fiber (or muscle cell), myofibril, and myofilament
What protein makes up the thick filament?
myosin
What proteins make up the thin filament?
(1) actin, (2) troponin, and (3) tropomyosin
Put these in order from largest to smallest:
* Sarcomere
* Muscle fiber
* Whole muscle
* Myofibril
* Myofilament
* Fascicle
Whole muscle, Fascicle, Muscle fiber, Myofibril, Sarcomere, Myofilament
Does the thick filament shorten?
no
Does the thin filament shorten?
yes
Does the sarcomere shorten? How does this lead to a whole muscle shortening?
yes fiber contraction=muscle shortening
motor unit is what
a single motor neuron and all the muscle fibers it innervates
What is the neuromuscular junction? What occurs here and how is it related to muscle
contraction?
the specialized point where a motor neuron connects to a muscle fiber, allowing the nerve to transmit a signal that triggers muscle contraction by releasing a chemical messenger called acetylcholine onto the muscle membrane, essentially initiating the process of muscle movement
What is the neurotransmitter released at the neuromuscular junction?
ACH
List in order, from strongest to weakest, the following shapes of muscles:
* Convergent
* Parallel
* Pennate
Pennate
Convergent
Parallel
List in order, from the most ability to shorten to the least ability to shorten the following
muscles:
* Convergent
* Parallel
* Pennate
Pennate
Parallel
Convergent
what is the urinary system
- Excretory system
that filters blood and
removes excess
fluids, metabolic
wastes, and ions