Epithelial notes Flashcardizz

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What type of tissue is associated with lining or covering structures/organs in the body?

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Epithelial tissue.

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What type of tissue is skin classified as?

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Epithelial tissue.

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What is the study of tissues called?

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Histology.

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What connects epithelium to underlying connective tissue?

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A basement membrane.

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What are the three shapes of epithelial tissue?

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Squamous, cuboidal, columnar.

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What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

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To cover and protect surfaces, and to facilitate absorption and secretion.

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Is epithelial tissue vascular or avascular?

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Avascular.

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What is the role of the basement membrane in epithelial tissue?

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It provides support and anchors the epithelium to the underlying connective tissue.

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What are the two main types of epithelial tissue?

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Simple epithelium and stratified epithelium.

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What is simple squamous epithelium?

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A single layer of flat cells that allows for diffusion and filtration.