Tissues Flashcards
Epithelial Tissue
Tissue that covers a body surface and body cavity.
Apical,
Basal
Free Upper layer
Lower surface contributing basal lamina
Regeneration
Building of new cells
Classification of Epithelium
Stratisfied Epithelia
Multiple layers of cells, mainly used for protection.
Goblet Cells
Unicellular Exocrine Gland
Merocrine Glands
Sweat glands, salivery glands
Holocrine Glands
Sebacious oil glands
Microvilli
Finger-like extensions of the plamsa membrane.
Cilia
Whiplike, highly mobile extensions of the apical surface membranes.
Adipose Tissue
Tissue that reserves fat and food fuel. Provides insulation.
Areolar Connective Tissue
Binds body parts together while allowing them to move freely.
Reticular Connective Tissue
Soft tissue that supports internal skeleton and is found lymhoid, bone marrow and spleen.
Dense Irregular Connective Tissue
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Dense Regular
Very strong connective tisssue with collagen fibers arranged in irregular forms.
vs
Collagen fibers arranged in the same direction.
Cartalidge
Avascular and no nerve supply.