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Basic Tissue Types in Anatomy & Physiology

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  • Epithelial tissue

    Forms boundaries and provides functions such as protection, absorption, secretion, and exchange.

  • Connective tissue

    Provides support, connection, protection, storage, and transport.

  • Muscle tissue

    Produces force and movement.

  • Nervous tissue

    Provides communication and control.

  • Extracellular matrix

    Material outside cells that supports and helps determine the structure and function of connective tissue.