Question 1

A patient suffers a spinal cord injury that disrupts the function of neurons but leaves neuroglia largely intact. Which of the following consequences is most likely to occur as a result of this injury?

Accepted Answer

Loss of signal transmission and coordination due to damaged neurons

Question 2

Which tissue type is characterized by striated, cylindrical, multinucleated fibers and is responsible for voluntary movement?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle tissue

Question 3

A biopsy from the lining of a patient's alveoli reveals flat, single-layered cells. Which function is most associated with this tissue type?

Accepted Answer

Diffusion and filtration

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the nuclei in cardiac muscle cells?

Accepted Answer

Usually one, central

Question 5

A histological sample shows spindle-shaped, non-striated cells with a single, central nucleus. This tissue is most likely found in which location?

Accepted Answer

Walls of hollow organs such as intestines and blood vessels

Question 6

Which epithelial tissue type is best suited for protection against abrasion and is found in the skin and esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 7

A tissue sample from the urinary bladder shows cells that vary in shape and stretch as the bladder fills. What is the primary function of this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Stretching to accommodate volume changes

Question 8

Which of the following statements about epithelial tissues is correct?

Accepted Answer

They are avascular and rely on diffusion for nutrient supply

Question 9

A patient with a genetic defect in fibroblast function would most likely have problems with which tissue type?

Accepted Answer

Loose connective tissue (areolar)

Question 10

Which of the following best explains why skeletal muscle fibers are multinucleated and have peripheral nuclei?

Accepted Answer

They are formed by the fusion of multiple myoblasts during development

Question 11

A tissue sample from the trachea shows cells that appear layered, but all touch the basement membrane. What is the main function of this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Secretion and movement of mucus

Question 12

Which of the following is a key difference between cardiac and skeletal muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle cells are branched and connected by intercalated discs, while skeletal muscle fibers are cylindrical and multinucleated

Question 13

Which connective tissue type is most important for cushioning organs and providing immune defense?

Accepted Answer

Loose connective tissue (areolar)

Question 14

A researcher is studying a tissue with cube-shaped cells arranged in a single layer, found in kidney tubules. What is the primary function of this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Secretion and absorption

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Supporting and protecting neurons

Question 16

A patient presents with a disorder affecting the highly vascular tissue responsible for pumping blood. Which cell type is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Cardiomyocytes

Question 17

Which of the following tissues is avascular and relies on diffusion from underlying connective tissue for nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 18

A histology slide shows tall, single-layered cells lining the digestive tract. Which function is most associated with this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Absorption and secretion

Question 19

Which of the following best explains why cartilage heals slowly after injury?

Accepted Answer

It is avascular and relies on slow diffusion for nutrient delivery

Question 20

A patient with a disorder affecting involuntary movement of the intestines is most likely experiencing dysfunction in which tissue type?

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle tissue

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