Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Reducing friction and allowing rapid diffusion of gases

Question 2

A patient presents with a tumor in the lining of their peritoneal cavity. Which type of epithelial tissue is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous epithelium (mesothelium)

Question 3

Which intercellular junction in epithelial tissue is primarily responsible for preventing the passage of water and solutes between cells?

Accepted Answer

Tight junction

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Cells appear layered due to varying positions of nuclei, but all cells contact the basement membrane

Question 5

Which mode of exocrine secretion involves the loss of both product and cytoplasm, as seen in mammary glands?

Accepted Answer

Apocrine

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Holocrine gland

Question 7

Which connective tissue cell type is primarily responsible for producing collagen, elastic, and reticular fibers?

Accepted Answer

Fibroblast

Question 8

Which type of connective tissue provides the stroma (supporting framework) for organs such as the liver and spleen?

Accepted Answer

Reticular connective tissue

Question 9

A tendon is composed primarily of which type of connective tissue, and what is its main function?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue; transfers muscle force to bone

Question 10

Which of the following statements about cartilage is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Chondrocytes are found in lacunae within the matrix

Question 11

Which type of cartilage is found in the intervertebral discs and is specialized to resist compression?

Accepted Answer

Fibrocartilage

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the main difference between bone and cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Bone has a dense mineralized matrix with calcium phosphate, while cartilage has a gel-like matrix with chondroitin sulfate

Question 13

Which tissue membrane lines the body cavities that do NOT open to the exterior and consists of mesothelium supported by areolar connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Serous membrane

Question 14

Which of the following is TRUE regarding skeletal muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

It is striated, multinucleated, and voluntary

Question 15

Which cell type in nervous tissue is responsible for supporting and protecting neurons?

Accepted Answer

Neuroglia

Question 16

A patient with a genetic defect in the production of elastin would most likely have problems with which tissue function?

Accepted Answer

Permitting expansion and contraction of blood vessels

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the function of gap junctions in epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Allowing diffusion of ions and small molecules between cells

Question 18

Which of the following is a characteristic of transitional epithelium?

Accepted Answer

It permits expansion and recoil after stretching

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the secretion route of endocrine glands?

Accepted Answer

They release hormones directly into the interstitial fluid or blood

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Providing a physical barrier between compartments

Chapter 4: Tissues – Structure, Function, and Classification

Study Guide - Practice Questions