Introduction to Histology

Question 1

Creates protective boundaries and is involved in the diffusion of ions and molecules.

[basic types of tissue]

Answer 1

Epithelial tissue

Question 2

Underlies and supports other tissue types.

[basic tissue types]

Answer 2

Connective tissue

Question 3

Contracts to initiate movement in the body.

[basic tissue types]

Answer 3

Muscle tissue

Question 4

Transmits and integrates information through the central and peripheral nervous system.

[basic tissue types]

Answer 4

Nervous tissue

Question 5

Distends tissues of urinary tract.

[specialized e.t]

Answer 5

Transitional epithelium

Question 6

Makes up the epidermis of skin.

[specialized e.t]

Answer 6

Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

Question 7

Found in regions subject to abrasion, for example oral mucosa and vaginal lining.

[specialized e.t]

Answer 7

Non-Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

Question 8

Lines the inner surface of the trachea.

[specialized e.t]

Answer 8

Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium

Question 9

Lines the inner surface of blood vessels

[specialized e.t]

Answer 9

Endothelium

Question 10

Present in the nervous system.

[specialized e.t]

Answer 10

Ependymal cells