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Tissue And Organs Flashcards

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1
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What is the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms?

A

Cell

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True or False: Tissues are groups of similar cells that perform a specific function.

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True

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What are the four main types of tissues in the human body?

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Epithelial, Connective, Muscle, Nervous

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Fill in the blank: The tissue that covers body surfaces and lines cavities is called ______.

A

Epithelial tissue

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5
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Which type of tissue is responsible for movement?

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Muscle tissue

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What is the primary function of connective tissue?

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To support, bind, and protect other tissues and organs

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True or False: Nervous tissue is responsible for transmitting electrical impulses.

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True

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What type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of internal organs?

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Smooth muscle

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What are the two main types of epithelial tissue?

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Simple and stratified

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10
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What is the function of adipose tissue?

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To store fat and provide insulation

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Fill in the blank: Bone is a type of ______ tissue.

A

Connective

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12
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What is the primary role of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen throughout the body

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True or False: Cartilage is a type of connective tissue that is more flexible than bone.

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True

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14
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What type of epithelial tissue is specialized for absorption?

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Simple columnar epithelium

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15
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What are organs made of?

A

Different types of tissues working together

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Fill in the blank: The heart is an example of an ______.

A

Organ

17
Q

What is the function of nervous tissue?

A

To receive stimuli and transmit electrical impulses

18
Q

Which type of epithelial tissue is found in the skin?

A

Stratified squamous epithelium

19
Q

True or False: Skeletal muscle is under voluntary control.

A

True

20
Q

What type of connective tissue connects muscles to bones?

A

Tendons

21
Q

What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

A

To protect and cover surfaces

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ system includes organs such as the heart and blood vessels.

A

Circulatory

23
Q

What type of muscle tissue is striated and under voluntary control?

A

Skeletal muscle

24
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What is the function of connective tissue proper?

A

To provide support and elasticity

25
Q

True or False: Blood is considered a type of connective tissue.

A

True

26
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What is the role of epithelial tissue in glands?

A

To produce and secrete substances

27
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ system includes organs such as the brain and spinal cord.

A

Nervous

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