Epithelia functions - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Zinc's main functions include: - cofactor for many enzymes -protein digestion -alcohol metabolism Works with Vit A -cell division -wound healing -reproduction -taste, smell, vision S/sxs: MTHFR mutation - developmental delay motor abnormalities seizures dementia homocystinuria homocystinemia ASX Which compounds does B12 help transfer methyl groups? - Transfers CH3 from 5MTHF to homocystiene creating methionine and THF. What action does Rauwolfia have in the CNS? PNS? - CNS: Dec...

Chapter 2 - Milady 14th Edition Exam Questions And Revised Correct Answers nucleus - Answer -the specialized structure in the center of the cell. It controls the growth and reproduction of the cell. It also contains the cell's genetic material. Cytoplasm - Answer -is the watery fluid that surrounds the nucleus. It provides a structure for the cell parts so that they can move freely within the cell membrane. Enzymes in the cytoplasm help digest and break down other molecules for food. c...

the skin (accounts for 15-20% of total body weight) - ANSWER-what is the largest organ in the body? 1. projections at the irregular junction between dermis and epidermis 2. interdigitations with invaginating epidermal ridges to strengthen adhesion of the two layers - ANSWER-what are dermal papillae? hair, nails, sebaceous, and sweat glands - ANSWER-epidermal derivatives include... -provides physical barrier against thermal & mechanical (pathogens, friction) -microorganisms that penet...

BIO 201 Chapter 4 Verified Solutions (SEM) Scanning Electron Microscope provides ️three dimensional pictures of an unsectioned tissue surface a gland consists of ️one or more cells that make and secrete a particular product Acinar= ️aveolar all epithelial cells except GLANDULAR EPITHELIUA, ️fit close together to form a continuous sheet All exocrine glands secrete their products... ️onto body surfaces (skin) or into body cavities- the unicellular directly and the multicell...

Bio 201 Exam 1 questions and answers What is gross anatomy -Correct Answer-...branch of anatomy that deals with the structure of organs and tissues that are visible to the naked eye. Define embryology, cytology & microscopic anatomy -Correct Answer-...Embryology- development before birth, Cytology- cells of the body, Microscopic Anatomy- structures to small to be seen with naked eye The main component of the cytoplasm -Correct Answer-...Cytosol What is mitosis -Correct Answer-...cell d...

TEST BANK ESSENTIALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY (4TH EDITION BY PORTH) CONTENTS Chapter 01 - Cell Structure and Function .......................................................................................................................... 2 Chapter 02 - Cellular Responses to Stress, Injury, and Aging .......................................................................................... 7 Chapter 03 - Inflammation, the Inflammatory Response, and Fever ..............................................

integumentary system - consists of the skin, hair, nails, and their associated glands epidermis - -outermost layer of skin -keratinized stratified squamous epithelium -surface consists of dead cells packed with keratin -lacks blood vessels and depends on the diffusion of nutrients from the underlying connective tissue -sparse nerve ending for touch and pain dermis - -middle layer of skin, deeper connective tissue layer -consists of mainly collagen, but also has elastic and reticular...

Which duct does not branch? - Answer simple A process by which all cytoplasmic components of the cell are divided into 2 identical daughter cells - Answer cytokinesis Name the 2 types of nerves in the periodontal ligaments? - Answer myelinated afferent and autonomic Name the 3 groups of fibers in the PDL - Answer gingival fiber group, alveolodental ligament, transseptal ligament These are concentric series of bands represent incremental growth lines that extends from the DEJ - Answer...

1. Which of the following tissues is always avascular? A) connective tissue D) epithelial tissue B) muscle tissue E) nervous tissue C) skeletal tissue Ans:  D Difficulty:  Medium 2. A scientist who examines tissue changes that might indicate disease is called a A) histologist. D) epidemologist B) radiologist. E) endocrinologist. C) pathologist. Ans:  C Difficulty:  Easy 3. The tissue lining body cavities is A) epithelial tissue. D) m...

APPLIED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH TO THE MECHANISMS OF DISEASE 3RD EDITION BRAUN TEST BANK Applied Pathophysiology A Conceptual Approach to the Mechanisms of Disease 3rd Edition Braun Test Bank Chapter 1Introduction to Pathophysiology 1. The nucleus , which is essential for function and survival of the cell. A) B) C) D) is the site of protein synthesis contains the genetic code transforms cellular energy initiates aerobic metabolism 2. Although e...