Psu Bio 161 Exam 1 Cq/ Preweek/
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Epithelial Tissue
Epithelial Tissue: Lines organs, glands, body cavities, ducts, and the
surface of the skin.
Connective Tissue
Connective Tissue: Supports and connects tissues, and also separates
tissues.
Types of Epithelial Tissue
Stratified Epithelium: 2 or more layers in thickness.
Simple Epithelium: 1 layer in thickness.
o Facilitates Diffusion: Simple epithelium facilitates diffusion (e.g.,
alveoli in lungs).
Functions of Epithelial Tissue
Resists Mechanical and Chemical Stress: Stratified epithelium.
Alveoli in Lungs: Simple epithelium.
Esophagus: Stratified epithelium.
Expected Epithelium in the Anus: Stratified epithelium.
Endothelium
True/False: Epithelium lining blood vessels and lymphatic vessels is called
Endothelium – True.
Correct Statement about Epithelium
Which statement about epithelium is correct?
1. Epithelium cells connect to a fat layer
2. Epithelium does not contain any blood vessels and hence, is avascular
3. Epithelium connects to an underlying basement membrane
4. Bone tissue consists of epithelium
5. Epithelium receives its nutrients via diffusion through the underlying
basement membrane.
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 5.
Connective Tissue Characteristics
True/False: Most connective tissue consists of cells, ground substance, and
fibers – True.
Types of Connective Tissue
Areolar Tissue: Binds together tissues and provides flexibility.
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