science tissues exam review

Question 1

what is the structure and functions of epithelial tissue?

Answer 1

structure: cells tightly packed together to form protective barrier, 1 cell or many layers of thickness
function: protects structures, forms glands that produce hormones and enzymes, lines body cavities and outer surface

Question 2

what are some examples of epithelial tissue?

Answer 2

1. nose

Question 3

what is the structure and functions of connective tissue?

Answer 3

structure:
function: supports and protects structures, forms blood, stores fat, fills empty space

Question 4

what are some examples of connective tissue?

Answer 4

1. bones
2. blood
3. ligments

Question 5

what is the structure and functions of muscle tissue?

Answer 5

structure: long rigid strands, stretches
function: allows for movement

Question 6

what are some examples of muscle tissue?

Answer 6

1. smooth
2. skeletal
3. cardiac (heart)

Question 7

what is the structure and functions of nervous tissue?

Answer 7

structure: made of nerve cells, fibers with a control center called neurons
function: transmits and strores information

Question 8

what are some examples of nervous tissue?

Answer 8

1. brain
2. spinal cord