Functions of Basic Kinds of Tissue

Question 1

provides a barrier against extreme temperatures, environmental contaminants, and invasions by microorganisms while allowing secretion and excretion of waste.

Answer 1

Epithelial tissue

Question 2

binds to other tissue structures to support and organize the body; builds foreign cells to protect the body, binds to molecules to transport materials through the body.

Answer 2

Connective tissue

Question 3

conduct electrical signals through the body.

Answer 3

nerve tissue

Question 4

allows movement of movable structures of the body

Answer 4

muscle tissue