Histology - Cartilage, Muscles and Nerves

Question 1

Describe the layers found in arteries and veins

Answer 1

• TUNICA INTIMA
• TUNICA MEDIA
• TUNICA ADVENTITIA

Question 2

Describe the tunica adventitia

Answer 2

• Consists of collagenous and elastic tissue

Question 3

Describe the tunica intima

Answer 3

• Consists of the endothelium, subendothelial layer and internal elastic lamina

Question 4

Describe tunica media

Answer 4

• Consists of connective tissue and circular layers of smooth muscle

Question 5

Describe the two layers found in capillaries

Answer 5

• Basal lamina - surrounds capillary
• Endothelial layer - determines permeability

Question 6

What is the difference between spongy (trabecular) and compact (cortical) bone?

Answer 6

• Spongy bone has spaces between plates of bone
• No spaces in compact bone