Exam 3: Foundations: Tissues and Early Embryology

________ epithelia are quite rare; they are found lining the ducts of sweat glands and in larger ducts of some other exocrine glands, such as mammary glands.

Which of the following is the study of tissues and groups of specialized cells and cell products that work together to perform specific functions?

Tendons, aponeuroses, and ligaments are all composed of ________ connective tissue, which contains tightly packed collagen fibers aligned parallel to applied forces.

A(n)________ consists of 3 fibrous protein subunits wound together like the strands of a rope; it is flexible, yet very strong when pulled by either end.

Mucous membranes ________.

Figure 3.2 Using the figure above, identify the gland features and types. -Identify the gland indicated by Label H.

Extracellular fibers and ________ comprise the matrix that surrounds the cells of a connective tissue.