Tri A - Tissues

Question 1

Describe the structure of Epithelial Tissue

Answer 1

Basement membrane
Closely packed cells
Great capacity for renewal

Question 2

What are the functions of Epithelial Tissue?

Answer 2

Protection
Secretion
Absorption
Excretion

Question 3

What are the different classifications of Epithelia?

Answer 3

Simple, Stratified or Pseudostratified
Squamous, Cuboidal, Columnar or Transitional

Question 4

What are the different types of Glandular Secretion in Epithelial Tissue?

Answer 4

Exocrine or Endocrine

Question 5

What are the functions of Connective Tissue?

Answer 5

Binds and supports tissue,
Insulates and protects organs,
Major transport system (blood),
Energy store

Question 6

What are the 2 elements of Connective Tissue?

Answer 6

Connective tissue cells and extracellular matrix

Question 7

What are the physical properties of Bone and Cartilage?

Answer 7

Bone - Hard, not pliable
Cartilage - Firm, but pliable

Question 8

What is the function of Fibroblasts?

Answer 8

Synthesise fibres

Question 9

What is the function of Macrophages?

Answer 9

Defence; engulf bacteria

Question 10

What is the function of Plasma Cells?

Answer 10

Defence/Immune; secrete antibodies

Question 11

What is the function of Mast Cells?

Answer 11

Produce histamine; dilate blood vessels

Question 12

What is the function of Adipocytes?

Answer 12

Fat cells; energy store

Question 13

What are the 3 types of Cartilage?

Answer 13

Hyaline Cartilage,
Elastic Cartilage,
Fibrocartilage