Exam 3: Foundations: Tissues and Early Embryology

Endocrine secretions are discharged, often through a duct, onto the surface of the skin or on the epithelial lining of an internal passageway that communicates with the exterior.

A serous membrane consists of ________ (a simple squamous epithelium), which is supported by areolar connective tissue rich in blood and lymphatic vessels.

Which type of epithelium is found in portions of the respiratory tract and includes a mixture of cell types whose nuclei are situated at varying distances from the surface?

Membranes are formed by the combination of which tissues?

Exocrine secretory products (hormones)are released, via exocytosis from the gland cells, into the fluid surrounding the cells.

Which epithelial feature, dominated by glycoproteins, proteoglycans, and a network of fine microfilaments, functions in providing a barrier that restricts the movement of proteins and other large molecules from the underlying connective tissue?

In the formation of a(n)________, the connecting cells disappear, and the cells secrete into blood vessels or into the surrounding tissue fluids.

Which type of epithelium lines the renal pelvis, ureters, and urinary bladder?

Figure 3.2 Using the figure above, identify the gland features and types. -Identify the gland indicated by Label C.

Neuroglia ________.

What type of epithelium comprises the inner lining of the ventral body cavity?

In aging women, the reduction in bone strength known as ________ is often caused by a combination of inactivity, low dietary calcium intake, and diminished circulating estrogen levels.

Figure 3.3 Using the figure above, answer the following questions. -Identify the specific structure indicated by Label A.

The layer of dense regular connective tissue that is bound to capsules, tendons, and ligaments is called ________.

Figure 3.1 Using the figure above, answer the following questions. -Identify the specific structure indicated by Label B.

In the neck and limbs, the deep fascia ________.

The areolar tissue component of a mucous membrane is called the ________.

Stereocilia are described by which of the following?

________ is highly vascularized, very active biochemically, and its individual cells contain numerous mitochondria, which gives the tissue a deep, rich color.

Figure 3.2 Using the figure above, identify the gland features and types. -Identify the gland indicated by Label F.