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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 40m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 37m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 7m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood1h 22m
18. The Heart1h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Epithelial Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Epithelial Tissue

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Which of the following descriptions best describes a squamous-shaped cell?

a cell that possesses the ability to change its shape

a cell that is taller than it is wide

a cell that is as wide as it is tall

a flattened, scale-like cell

a spherical cell

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Understand the term 'squamous-shaped cell': In anatomy, squamous cells are characterized by their flat, scale-like appearance. They are typically wider than they are tall, resembling thin plates.

Compare the descriptions provided: Analyze each option to determine which one aligns with the characteristics of squamous cells.

Option 1: 'A cell that possesses the ability to change its shape' - This description does not match the fixed, flattened nature of squamous cells.

Option 2: 'A cell that is taller than it is wide' - This describes columnar cells, not squamous cells.

Option 3: 'A cell that is as wide as it is tall' - This describes cuboidal cells, which are cube-shaped, not squamous cells.