From Cells to Organ Systems Flashcards
why does multicellularity enable cells to specialize?
Because the organism as a whole works to maintain internal homeostasis
why does multicellularity require cells to specialize?
to carry out functions for the orgainsm as a whole
Four types of tissues
Epithelial
Connective Muscle
Nervous
3 functions of epithelial tissues
- Protective coverings
- Barriers controlling access into and out of extracellular fluid
- Secretory
2 types of epitelial layers
Simple and stratified
type of epithelial tissue that is a single cell layer, thin, and easily penetrated. Often used for exchange and secretion
simple epithelial tissue
type of epithelial tissue that has multiple cell layers, thick and difficult to penetrate
Stratified
epithelial tissue for protection against abrasion
stratified
3 Types of Cell Shapes in Simple Epithelial Tissues
- Squamous
- Cuboidal
- Columnar
flat and thin cells that form skin and some exchange linings
squamous epithelial tissues
type of epithelial tissue cell that is more or less cubic, forms glandular linings and kidney tubules
cuboidal
epithelial tissues that are taller than they are wide and form lining of most of digestive tract
columnar
Cells are attached to what basement membrane?
proteinaceous
How are cells attached to the proteinaceous basement membrane?
- Tight junctions
- Adhesion junctions
- Gap junctions
What is another word for the proteinaceous basement membrane?
extracellular substance
secretory, unicellular or multicellular epithelial structures are called…
Glands
2 types of glands
Exocrine
Endocrine
Type of gland with a duct that empties onto an epithelial surface internally or externally
Exocrine
Type of epithelial gland that is ductless and secretes directly into blood and extracellular fluid, producing hormones
Endocrine
what lines body cavities and sheathing and suspending organs
Organismal membranes
Tissues that contribute to organismal membranes other than epithelia is…
- Mucous membrane
- Serous membrane
- Cutenous membrane
the acellular extracellular matrix in connective tissues is made up of…
a ground substance and fibres (collagen, elastin)
what forms the bulk of connective tissues?
matrix
Roles of connective tissues
- Structural (bones, cartilage)
- Transport (blood)
- Energy storage (fat)
Basic matrix of connective tissues is…
glycoprotein/carbohydrate complexes
type of connective tissue that has few fibres, loosely arranged packing and often found under skin and around organs
Loose connective tissue
fibres that are predominate in connective tissue matrix
dense regular connective tissue