Tissue (Main Types Of Tissue)

Question 1

Describe tissues

Answer 1

-Tissues share similar structure and function

-Always surrounded by ECM

Question 2

What are the main types of tissues

Answer 2

Epithelial tissue, connective tissue, and muscle tissue

Question 3

Describe epithelial tissue and its function

Answer 3

-ECM is not visible

-Covers and lines body surfaces and cavities

-Glands secrete sweat, saliva, or hormones

-Cells are tightly packed

Question 4

Describe connective tissue and its function

Answer 4

-Connects tissue to one another

-ECM is prominent

-Cells are scattered

-Binds, supports, and protects

-Allows transports of substances

Question 5

Describe muscle tissue and its function

Answer 5

-Has little ECM

-Generates force through contraction

Question 6

Describe nervous tissue and its function

Answer 6

-Generates, sends, and receives messages

-Supports cells

-Has unique ECM