Question 1

Which of the following best describes the polarity of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial cells have an apical surface exposed to the body exterior or cavity and a basal surface attached to underlying connective tissue.

Question 2

A patient presents with damage to the lining of their blood vessels. Which specific epithelial tissue is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Endothelium

Question 3

Which of the following is a function of simple squamous epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Rapid diffusion and filtration

Question 4

Which connective tissue fiber is most abundant in tendons and ligaments, providing tensile strength?

Accepted Answer

Collagen fibers

Question 5

A gland that releases its product directly into the bloodstream is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Endocrine gland

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the composition of ground substance in connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Unstructured material containing interstitial fluid, proteins, and polysaccharides

Question 7

A biopsy reveals tissue with closely packed cells, a free apical surface, and no blood vessels. Which tissue type is most likely observed?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 8

Which membrane lines body cavities that are open to the exterior, such as the digestive and respiratory tracts?

Accepted Answer

Mucous membrane

Question 9

Which connective tissue is specialized for storing energy, insulation, and cushioning organs?

Accepted Answer

Adipose tissue

Question 10

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the regenerative properties of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue has a high regenerative capacity due to frequent cell division.

Question 11

A patient suffers a tendon injury. Which connective tissue is most likely damaged?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the function of fibrocartilage?

Accepted Answer

Absorbs compressive shock and provides strong support

Question 13

Which muscle tissue is involuntary, striated, and found only in the heart?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle tissue

Question 14

Which of the following is a major function of nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Transmit electrical impulses for communication and control

Question 15

Which membrane covers the outer surface of the body and consists of stratified squamous epithelium and dense connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Cutaneous membrane

Question 16

Which of the following steps occurs FIRST during tissue repair after injury?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation

Question 17

A patient with liver damage is most likely to have impaired function of which epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Simple cuboidal epithelium

Question 18

Which equation best represents the relationship between tissue repair rate ($$R$$), cell division rate ($$D$$), and nutrient supply ($$N$$)?

Accepted Answer

$$R = D 	imes N$$

Question 19

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the location of the peritoneum?

Accepted Answer

It lines the abdominal cavity and covers abdominal organs.

Question 20

A patient with difficulty swallowing is found to have damage to the lining of their esophagus. Which epithelial tissue is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Chapter 4: Tissue - The Living Fabric (Anatomy & Physiology 2A Study Notes)

Study Guide - Practice Questions