Tissues Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Four types of Tissue
A
- Epithelial Tissues - cover
- Connective Tissues - supports
- Muscle Tissues - move
- Nervous Tissues - controls
2
Q
Classification of Epithelium
A
- Squamous - flat
- Cuboidal - wide
- Columnar - tall
3
Q
Areolar
A
Supports & binds tissues, provides nutrients.
4
Q
Adipose
A
Packing material, energy storage, protection of organs.
5
Q
Dense Regular
A
Provides tensile strength (collagenous).
6
Q
Dense Irregular
A
Withstands stretching in multiple directions.
7
Q
Dense Elastic
A
Allows stretching & recoil.
8
Q
Hyaline Cartilage
A
Provide smooth surfaces for joint movement, allowing growth of long bones.
9
Q
Elastic Cartilage
A
Provides flexible support, original shape returns after being stretched.
10
Q
Fibrocartilage
A
Absorbs shock, withstand pressure.
