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Histology

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The study of tissues

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Tissue

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Is a group of cells that are similar in structure and function and perform common / related functions

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Epithelial Tissue Location

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Covers body
Lines cavities, tubes, ducts and blood vessels
Covers organs inside body cavities

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Epithelial Tissue Purpose/Function

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Protection from:
- Physical + chemical injury
- Microbial invasion
Filters and secretes and reabsorbs material
Secretes serous fluids to lubricate structures

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Connective Tissue Location

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Bone
Cartilage
Adipose tissue
Blood

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Connective Tissue Purpose/Function

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Connects, binds + supports structures
Protects + cushions organs & tissues
Insulates (fat)
Transports substances (blood)

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Muscle Tissue Location

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Bones of the skeleton
The heart
Walls of hollow organs

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Muscle Tissue Purpose/Function

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Movement
Locomotion
Maintains posture
Produces heat
Facial expressions
Pumps blood
Perstalsis
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