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Micro Anatomy Flashcards

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The structural unit of epithelium is the

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cell

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The structural units of connective tissue are

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cells, fibres, matrix

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The structural unit of muscle tissue is

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the muscle cell

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The structural unit of nervous tissue is the

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neuron

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How do you define the term “tissues?”

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A group of cells that have a similar structure and that function together as a unit

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What is the key function of epithelium?

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Protective linings, secretion, and absorption

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What are some of the key function of connective tissue? (4)

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Connects/anchors, provides support, locomotion, repair

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What is the key function of muscle tissue?

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Movement

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What is the key function of nervous tissue?

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Generates, conducts impulses

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What is the embryonic origin of epithelium? (Outer linings and skin?)

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Ectoderm

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What is the embryonic origin of the body’s inner linings?

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Endoderm

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What is the embryonic origin of connective tissue?

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Mesoderm

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13
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What is the embryonic origin of muscle tissue?

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Mesoderm

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What is the embryonic origin of nervous tissue?

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Ectoderm

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The inner epithelial lining of blood and lymphatic vessels is known as

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Endothelium

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16
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What are the functions of adipose tissue in the human body?

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Insulation, protection, padding/support

17
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What is the function of cartilage in the body?

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Flexible support to skeleton, framework

18
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Why is bone referred to as “modified connective tissue?”

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The matrix is modified due to mineralisation

19
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Which main body system is derived from ectoderm germ layer?

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Nervous system (also integumentary system?)

20
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Name the surface modifications of epithelium

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Cilia, microvilli, cell junctions, glands

21
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Define the term “gland”

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A cell or group of cells modified to secrete chemical substances that are either released into its surroundings (exocrine glands) or directly into the bloodstream (endocrine glands)

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