Question 1

Functions of connective tissue include

Accepted Answer

A)  specialization for contraction. 
B)  the conduction of electrical impulses. 
C)  glandular secretion production. 
D)  storage of energy reserves. 
E)  control of permeability. 
A)  specialization for contraction. 
B)  the conduction of electrical impulses. 
C)  glandular secretion production. 
D)  storage of energy reserves. 
E)  control of permeability.

Question 2

Membranes that consist primarily of areolar tissue and an incomplete layer of epithelial tissue are called ________ membranes.

Accepted Answer

A)  serous 
B)  mucous 
C)  cutaneous 
D)  synovial 
E)  peritoneal 
A)  serous 
B)  mucous 
C)  cutaneous 
D)  synovial 
E)  peritoneal

Question 3

During a lab practical, a student examines a tissue that is composed of a densely packed epithelium composed of square-shaped cells in a single layer. The epithelia are often cut into circles, and sometimes into parallel rows. What organ is the student most likely observing?

Accepted Answer

Simple cuboidal epithelia line

Question 4

Which of the following is a term used to describe the number of layers of epithelial cells?

Accepted Answer

A)  transitional 
B)  squamous 
C)  cuboidal 
D)  columnar 
E)  stratified 
A)  transitional 
B)  squamous 
C)  cuboidal 
D)  columnar 
E)  stratified

Question 5

Durable intercellular connections that are abundant between cells in the superficial layers of the skin are called

Accepted Answer

A)  tight junctions. 
B)  gap junctions. 
C)  desmosomes. 
D)  CAMS. 
E)  proteoglycans. 
A)  tight junctions. 
B)  gap junctions. 
C)  desmosomes. 
D)  CAMS. 
E)  proteoglycans.

Question 6

Neuroglial cells are

Accepted Answer

A)  supporting cells around the neurons. 
B)  cells that conduct electrical impulses. 
C)  found outside of the nervous system, whereas neurons are found within the nervous system. 
D)  specialized cells in nervous tissue for contraction. 
E)  for lining of serous membranes. 
A)  supporting cells around the neurons. 
B)  cells that conduct electrical impulses. 
C)  found outside of the nervous system, whereas neurons are found within the nervous system. 
D)  specialized cells in nervous tissue for contraction. 
E)  for lining of serous membranes.

Question 7

Which feature is true for muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Muscle cells are considered to be involuntary because they have to receive information from the brain for contraction. 
B)  Muscle cells always contain microscopic bands called striations. 
C)  Muscle cells contain actin and myosin filaments. 
D)  Muscle cells have only one nucleus. 
E)  Muscle cells contain collagen protein. 
A)  Muscle cells are considered to be involuntary because they have to receive information from the brain for contraction. 
B)  Muscle cells always contain microscopic bands called striations. 
C)  Muscle cells contain actin and myosin filaments. 
D)  Muscle cells have only one nucleus. 
E)  Muscle cells contain collagen protein.

Question 8

Figure 4-4 Connective Tissue
Use Figure 4-4 to answer the following question:
The type of connective tissue shown in the figure is the least specialized in adults. What is its primary function?

Accepted Answer

A)  It cushions organs and provides support but permits independent movement. 
B)  It provides a storage of energy resources. 
C)  It provides firm attachment of muscles to bone, and conducts the pull of muscles. 
D)  It provides insulation. 
E)  It provides strength to resist forces applied from many directions. 
A)  It cushions organs and provides support but permits independent movement. 
B)  It provides a storage of energy resources. 
C)  It provides firm attachment of muscles to bone, and conducts the pull of muscles. 
D)  It provides insulation. 
E)  It provides strength to resist forces applied from many directions.

Functions of connective tissue include

Membranes that consist primarily of areolar tissue and an incomplete layer of epithelial tissue are called ________ membranes.

During a lab practical, a student examines a tissue that is composed of a densely packed epithelium composed of square-shaped cells in a single layer. The epithelia are often cut into circles, and sometimes into parallel rows. What organ is the student most likely observing?

Which of the following is a term used to describe the number of layers of epithelial cells?

Durable intercellular connections that are abundant between cells in the superficial layers of the skin are called

Neuroglial cells are

Which feature is true for muscle tissue?

Figure 4-4 Connective Tissue Use Figure 4-4 to answer the following question: The type of connective tissue shown in the figure is the least specialized in adults. What is its primary function?

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Exam 4: The Tissue Level of Organization

Functions of connective tissue include

Membranes that consist primarily of areolar tissue and an incomplete layer of epithelial tissue are called ________ membranes.

During a lab practical, a student examines a tissue that is composed of a densely packed epithelium composed of square-shaped cells in a single layer. The epithelia are often cut into circles, and sometimes into parallel rows. What organ is the student most likely observing?

Which of the following is a term used to describe the number of layers of epithelial cells?

Durable intercellular connections that are abundant between cells in the superficial layers of the skin are called

Neuroglial cells are

Which feature is true for muscle tissue?

Figure 4-4 Connective Tissue Use Figure 4-4 to answer the following question: The type of connective tissue shown in the figure is the least specialized in adults. What is its primary function?

An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

The Chemical Level of Organization

Cell Structure and Function

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

The General and Special Senses

The Endocrine System

The Cardiovascular System: Blood

The Cardiovascular System: the Heart

The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation

The Lymphatic System and Immunity

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Metabolism and Energetics

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

Development and Inheritance

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