Exam 4: Tissue: the Living Fabric

Which of the following is found in hyaline cartilage?

In terms of structure and function, compare the type of epithelium lining the trachea, air sacs of the lungs, and the epidermis of the skin.

Macrophages are found in areolar and lymphatic tissues.

Epithelial tissues always exhibit polarity; that is, they have a free surface and a basal surface.

Inability to absorb digested nutrients and secrete mucus might indicate a disorder in which epithelial tissue?

Connective tissues that possess a large quantity of collagen fibers often provide the framework for organs such as the spleen and lymph nodes.

A smooth muscle cell has a central nucleus but lacks striations.

Salivary glands exhibit compound tubuloalveolar glandular arrangement.

Explain why an infection may occur in a tissue injury.

What is the difference between exocrine and endocrine glands?

Tendon tears or breaks are difficult to repair both physiologically and surgically. Why?

Which type of connective tissue serves as the universal packing material between other tissues?

How is hyaline cartilage different from elastic cartilage or fibrocartilage?

Which of the following statements is true of connective tissue?

Choose which tissue would line the uterine (fallopian) tubes and function as a "conveyer belt" to help move a fertilized egg towards the uterus.

The first step in tissue repair involves __________.

Select the correct statement regarding adipose tissue.

Which tissue type would likely function to hold the kidneys in place?

Select the correct statement regarding tissue repair.

A major characteristic of fibrocartilage is its unique amount of flexibility and elasticity.