Question 1

The most complex tissue in the body is:

Accepted Answer

A)  connective. 
B)  epithelial. 
C)  nervous. 
D)  muscle. 
A)  connective. 
B)  epithelial. 
C)  nervous. 
D)  muscle.

Question 2

A type of abnormal gene that seems to cause cancer is called an oncogene.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is not a primary germ layer in the embryo?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypoderm 
B)  Ectoderm 
C)  Mesoderm 
D)  Endoderm 
A)  Hypoderm 
B)  Ectoderm 
C)  Mesoderm 
D)  Endoderm

Question 4

A group of cells that performs a common function is called tissue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is not a characteristic of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Forms glands that secrete substances into and out of the body 
B)  Is important in communication and control 
C)  Covers and protects body surfaces 
D)  Lines the interior of body cavities 
A)  Forms glands that secrete substances into and out of the body 
B)  Is important in communication and control 
C)  Covers and protects body surfaces 
D)  Lines the interior of body cavities

Question 6

Serous membranes have an underlying connective tissue layer called the lamina propria.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

During a heart attack, heart muscle is damaged. Explain why, even when a person is fully "recovered," the heart is not as good as new.

Accepted Answer

During a heart attack, the blood flow to

Question 8

Connective tissue membranes are made up of two kinds of tissue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Diana is 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighs 125 pounds. She appears very healthy and fit, yet her doctor advised her that she is over-fat. What might be the explanation for this assessment?

Accepted Answer

The assessment that Diana is over-fat de

Question 10

Matrix may be defined as the living intracellular material surrounding the cells of a tissue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Both fibronectin and laminin are examples of glycoproteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following is not a characteristic of connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Typically holds its cells together tightly by means of desmosomes 
B)  Protects the body from foreign invaders 
C)  Supports the body 
D)  Transports substances throughout the body 
A)  Typically holds its cells together tightly by means of desmosomes 
B)  Protects the body from foreign invaders 
C)  Supports the body 
D)  Transports substances throughout the body

Question 13

Briefly describe serous membranes, and give their location in the body. Differentiate between visceral and parietal membranes, and give an example of each.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Briefly describe serous membranes, and give their...

Question 14

The peritoneum is an example of a _____ membrane.

Accepted Answer

A)  cutaneous 
B)  serous 
C)  mucous 
D)  cuboidal 
A)  cutaneous 
B)  serous 
C)  mucous 
D)  cuboidal

Question 15

Connective tissue membranes differ from cutaneous and serous membranes in that they:

Accepted Answer

A)  contain fewer layers of cells. 
B)  do not contain epithelial components. 
C)  are not smooth and slick. 
D)  do not secrete fluids. 
A)  contain fewer layers of cells. 
B)  do not contain epithelial components. 
C)  are not smooth and slick. 
D)  do not secrete fluids.

Question 16

An example of a cutaneous membrane is the skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which type of tissue has the greatest capacity to regenerate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Muscle 
B)  Nervous 
C)  Epithelial 
D)  All of the above tissue have about equal ability to regenerate. 
A)  Muscle 
B)  Nervous 
C)  Epithelial 
D)  All of the above tissue have about equal ability to regenerate.

Question 18

Mucous membranes are important because they lubricate and protect passageways.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

When epithelial tissue is badly injured, a thick scar, or keloid, may develop.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Name and differentiate the two types of stem cells. What are some possible uses for stem cells?

Accepted Answer

Stem cells can be broadly categorized in

Exam 8: Introduction to Tissues

The most complex tissue in the body is:

A type of abnormal gene that seems to cause cancer is called an oncogene.

Which of the following is not a primary germ layer in the embryo?

A group of cells that performs a common function is called tissue.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of epithelial tissue?

Serous membranes have an underlying connective tissue layer called the lamina propria.

During a heart attack, heart muscle is damaged. Explain why, even when a person is fully "recovered," the heart is not as good as new.

Connective tissue membranes are made up of two kinds of tissue.

Diana is 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighs 125 pounds. She appears very healthy and fit, yet her doctor advised her that she is over-fat. What might be the explanation for this assessment?

Matrix may be defined as the living intracellular material surrounding the cells of a tissue.

Both fibronectin and laminin are examples of glycoproteins.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of connective tissue?

Briefly describe serous membranes, and give their location in the body. Differentiate between visceral and parietal membranes, and give an example of each.

The peritoneum is an example of a _____ membrane.

Connective tissue membranes differ from cutaneous and serous membranes in that they:

An example of a cutaneous membrane is the skin.

Which type of tissue has the greatest capacity to regenerate?

Mucous membranes are important because they lubricate and protect passageways.

When epithelial tissue is badly injured, a thick scar, or keloid, may develop.

Name and differentiate the two types of stem cells. What are some possible uses for stem cells?

Organization of the Body

Homeostasis

Chemical Basis of Life

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Cell Structure

Cell Function

Cell Growth and Development

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Nerve Signaling

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Autonomic Nervous System

General Senses

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Endocrine Regulation

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Blood

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Lymphatic System

Innate Immunity

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Stress

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Gas Exchange & Transport

Upper Digestive Tract

Lower Digestive Tract

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Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

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