More specific tissue location and function Flashcards
(74 cards)
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Stratified squamous epithelium keratinized
Skin
Protects the epithelium and underlying tissues from heat, microbes, and chemicals
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Stratified squamous epithelium nonkeratinized - high mag’n
Moist linings of mouth, Pharynx, Esophagus, Vagina, Anus
Protects areas of the body against mechanical stress “Wear and tear”
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Stratified squamous epithelium nonkeratinized - low mag’n
Moist linings of mouth, Pharynx, Esophagus, Vagina, Anus
Protects areas of the body against mechanical stress “Wear and tear”
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Pseudostratified columnar epithelium – high mag’n
Respiratory tract, Nasal cavities, Trachea, Bronchi
Absorption and secretion of mucus, protection from foreign particles (dust, pathogens, and allergens), and transport of materials such as hormones and enzymes.
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Pseudostratified columnar epithelium – high mag’n
Respiratory tract, Nasal cavities, Trachea, Bronchi
Absorption and secretion of mucus, protection from foreign particles (dust, pathogens, and allergens), and transport of materials such as hormones and enzymes.
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Simple columnar epithelium - high mag’n
Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine, Ducts of various glands
Secretion, excretion, and absorption
Identify the epithelium.
Idenitify objects at the end of the pointer.
What is the function of the cells?

Simple columnar epithelium - low mag’n
Goblet cells
The primary function of goblet cells is to secrete mucin and create a protective mucus layer.
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Simple columnar epithelium - low mag’n
Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine, Ducts of various glands
Secretion, excretion, and absorption
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Simple columnar epithelium - low mag’n
Stomach, Small intestine, Large intestine, Ducts of various glands
Secretion, excretion, and absorption
Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Simple cuboidal epithelium - high mag’n
Thyroid gland, Kidney tubules, Ducts of many glands
Secretion and absorption
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Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Simple cuboidal epithelium
Simple cuboidal epithelium - high mag’n
Thyroid gland, Kidney tubules, Ducts of many glands
Secretion and absorption
Identify the objects in the image.
Location.

Cross section of kidney - low mag

Identify the epithelium.
Where is this epithelium found?
What is it’s function?

Simple squamous epithelial cells - isolated cells - high mag’n
Lung (pink), Capillary walls, Lymphatic vessels, Kidney, Liver, Heart, Blood vessels
Allows selective diffusion of materials to pass through
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Type of epithelium.


Type of epithelium.


Type of epithelium.


Type of epithelium.


Type of epithelium.


Identify the structures.
Location.
Function.

Simple squamous epithelial cells - isolated cells - high mag’n
Lung (pink), Capillary walls, Lymphatic vessels, Kidney, Liver, Heart, Blood vessels
Allows selective diffusion of materials to pass through

Identify the structures.
Location.

Kidney is composed of millions of nephrons. A nephron consists of a renal corpuscle and renal tubule.

Identify the epithelium.
Location.
Function.

Stratified squamous epithelium keratinized
Skin
Protects the epithelium and underlying tissues from heat, microbes, and chemicals
Type of epithelium.
Location.
Function.

Transitional epithelium
Urinary bladder, Ureters, Upper portion of urethra
Allows urinary organs to accommodate the pressure changes associated with urine volume without rupturing the organ
Type of epithelium.
State.
Label parts.

Transitional epithelium
Relaxed state









































































