Anatomy Flashcards
(14 cards)
Epithelial Tissues
Tissue that covers the internal and external surfaces of the body
Skin, hair, and nails are an example of…
Epithelial cells
Connective Tissue
Tissue that connects, supports, and anchors other body tissues
Bones, ligaments, tendons are examples of…
Connective Tissue
3 types of muscle
Smooth, skeletal, and cardiac
What are the 3 important functions of muscles?
Movement, posture, and production of body heat
Muscle Tissue
Allows the body to move
Nerve Tissue
Transport information to and from brain and body
Largest organ system in the body
Integumentary (skin is the largest organ)q
Main purpose of the integumentary system
Protect organs and tissues, regulates body temp, resist harmful bacteria
Tendons connect ___________ to _________
Muscle to bone
Describe cardiac muscle (striated/non striated, voluntary/involuntary)
Striated and involuntary
What can bones do that muscles can’t
Bones can push and pull, muscles can only pull (contract and relax)
