Forma, estructura y función normal del cuerpo humano Flashcards
Al finalizar el módulo, las personas participantes estarán en capacidad de manejar en el ámbito de su competencia, la forma, estructura y función normal del cuerpo humano e identificar los cambios que se producen durante las diferentes etapas de la vida del individuo. (27 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
The cell.
True or False: Tissues are groups of similar cells that perform a specific function.
True.
Fill in the blank: The four basic types of tissues are __________, connective, muscle, and nervous.
epithelial.
What type of tissue covers body surfaces and lines cavities?
Epithelial tissue.
Multiple choice: Which tissue type is responsible for movement?
Muscle tissue.
What is the primary function of connective tissue?
To support, bind, and protect other tissues.
True or False: Nervous tissue is responsible for transmitting impulses.
True.
What are the two main types of muscle tissue?
Skeletal and smooth muscle tissue.
Fill in the blank: The main function of epithelial tissue is __________.
protection.
What is the role of neurons in nervous tissue?
To transmit electrical signals.
Multiple choice: Which type of connective tissue stores fat?
Adipose tissue.
What is the function of collagen in connective tissue?
To provide strength and support.
True or False: Cartilage is a type of epithelial tissue.
False.
What is the primary characteristic of cardiac muscle tissue?
It is involuntary and striated.
Fill in the blank: The skin is primarily composed of __________ tissue.
epithelial.
What type of connective tissue connects muscles to bones?
Tendons.
Multiple choice: Which type of epithelial tissue is specialized for absorption?
Simple columnar epithelium.
What is the function of the matrix in connective tissue?
To provide support and structure.
True or False: Smooth muscle tissue is found in the walls of hollow organs.
True.
What is the primary role of epithelial cells in the respiratory system?
To facilitate gas exchange.
Fill in the blank: The process of tissue repair involves __________ of damaged cells.
regeneration.
What is the role of fibroblasts in connective tissue?
To produce collagen and extracellular matrix.
Multiple choice: What type of epithelial tissue is found in the lining of the bladder?
Transitional epithelium.
True or False: All muscle tissue is under voluntary control.
False.
