Epithelial Tissue Quiz

What is the primary study focus of histology?

• The study of organs and organ systems

• The study of disease processes

• The study of tissue anatomy via sectioning, staining, and microscopic examination

• The study of cellular respiration

• The study of genetic mutations

Which of the following is NOT a function of epithelial tissue?

• Protection

• Absorption

• Filtration

• Movement

• Secretion

Which term describes epithelial tissue with a single layer of cells?

• Stratified

• Simple

• Pseudostratified

• Cuboidal

• Columnar

What characteristic of epithelial tissue describes the presence of an apical and basal surface?

• Regeneration

• Specialized contacts

• Polarity

• Support by connective tissue

• Innervation

Which surface of epithelial tissue faces the body surface or cavity?

• Basal

• Lateral

• Internal

• Apical

• Posterior

What structures might be found on the apical surface of epithelial cells?

• Cilia and microvilli

• Mitochondria

• Vacuoles

• Basement membranes

• Axons

What is the function of specialized contacts in epithelial tissue?

• They provide nutrients to the cells

• They increase surface area for absorption

• They connect epithelial cells tightly together

• They produce hormones

• They allow for regeneration

What type of tissue supports epithelial tissue?

• Nervous tissue

• Adipose tissue

• Connective tissue

• Muscle tissue

• Cartilage

Which feature allows epithelial tissue to resist stretching and tearing?

• Blood vessels

• Mucous membranes

• Basement membrane

• Apical surface

• Nerve endings

Epithelial tissue is described as avascular. What does this mean?

• It contains blood vessels

• It has no nerve supply

• It contains immune cells

• It lacks blood vessels

• It stores oxygen