introduction to tissues & embryology Flashcards
studying for midterm 1
1
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epithelium
A
has a free surface, are lining cells
2
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connective tissue
A
separated from each other by extracellular matrix
3
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muscle tissue
A
contains large amounts of contractile proteins
4
Q
nerve tissue
A
transmit electric signals well
5
Q
surface ectoderm
A
cornea epithelium, lens of eye, epidermis
6
Q
neural ectoderm
A
CNS - RPE, retina, optic nerve
7
Q
neural crest
A
melanocytes, cornea endothelium, cranial nerves
8
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mesoderm
A
extraocular muscles, muscles, CT, & cardiovascular system
9
Q
mesenchyme (neural crest)
A
ciliary body muscle, sclera
10
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Endoderm
A
Epithelial lining of GI/respiratory tract, & urinary bladder & urethra
