histology of tissues Flashcards
what does a dense, regular tissue do?
provides strength and flexibility in one direction
_____ is the strongest of the 3 fibers that make up CT.
collagen
chondrocytes are also known as _______
cartilage cells
which tissue is made up of cells that contract when stimulated?
muscle
this muscle type is a striated, involuntary type found only in the heart.
cardiac
what does dense irregular tissue do?
provides strength in all directions
______ tissue is found under the skin, around the kidneys, and breasts
adipose
what is adipose tissue’s function?
protects, insulates, and stores fat
_____ is the most delicate of the three types of fibers that make up areolar tissue.
reticular
what is the function of areolar tissue?
packs and binds around organs
this tissue forms the inner lining of the respiratory passages
ciliated
reticular tissue is found in where?
in walls of liver, spleen, and lymphatic organs
what type of tissue is reticular tissue?
connective
which cells release mucus?
goblet
which structure connects bones to muscles?
tendons