Question 1

Which of the following best describes the primary function of simple squamous epithelium in the alveoli of the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Absorption and secretion of material, reducing friction

Question 2

A patient suffers a tendon injury. Which type of connective tissue is primarily affected, and what is its main function?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue; connects muscle to bone and resists tension

Question 3

Which of the following cell junctions prevents the diffusion of fluids and solutes between epithelial cells?

Accepted Answer

Tight junction

Question 4

Which of the following best explains why cardiac muscle cells are able to contract in a coordinated manner?

Accepted Answer

They are connected by intercalated discs that allow electrical impulses to pass rapidly

Question 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of transitional epithelium that makes it suitable for lining the urinary bladder?

Accepted Answer

It can stretch extensively and recoil without damage

Question 6

Which of the following connective tissue fibers is primarily responsible for providing tensile strength?

Accepted Answer

Collagen fibers

Question 7

A gland that releases its secretion by the bursting of the entire cell is classified as which type of gland?

Accepted Answer

Holocrine

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the function of neuroglia in nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Support and protect neurons

Question 9

Which membrane lines body cavities that do NOT open to the exterior and consists of a parietal and visceral layer?

Accepted Answer

Serous membrane

Question 10

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the repair and maintenance of tissues as humans age?

Accepted Answer

Epithelia become thinner and connective tissues become more fragile

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the main function of areolar connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Connects skin to muscle and allows independent movement

Question 12

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium?

Accepted Answer

Nuclei are at different levels and it contains cilia

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the function of the basement membrane in epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

It attaches the epithelium to underlying connective tissue

Question 14

Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue?

Accepted Answer

Cushions and insulates the body

Question 15

Which of the following is TRUE about the cutaneous membrane?

Accepted Answer

It is composed of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium and is waterproof

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the difference between compact and spongy bone?

Accepted Answer

Compact bone contains blood vessels trapped in the matrix, while spongy bone does not

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of reticular connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Forms a supporting framework for organs such as the liver and spleen

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the main function of the neuroepithelia?

Accepted Answer

Providing sensation by detecting changes in the environment

Question 19

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the structure of multicellular exocrine glands?

Accepted Answer

Compound glands have ducts that branch repeatedly

Question 20

Which of the following is a characteristic of smooth muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

It is non-striated and involuntary

Cells and Tissues: Structure, Classification, and Function

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