Question 1

Which of the following best illustrates the principle that 'structure determines function' in epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

The tightly packed cells of epithelial tissue form continuous sheets that act as barriers and linings.

Question 2

A patient suffers a burn that destroys the skin surface (epidermis) but leaves the underlying connective tissue intact. Which tissue type is primarily responsible for the initial loss of protection?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 3

Which tissue type is most directly responsible for the absorption of nutrients in the lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 4

A person is unable to move their arm after a nerve injury. Which tissue type has been primarily affected?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Secreting digestive enzymes

Question 6

A histology slide shows tissue with long, multinucleated fibers and striations. Which tissue type is this most likely to be?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle

Question 7

Which tissue type forms the walls of hollow organs such as the intestines and is responsible for involuntary movements like peristalsis?

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle

Question 8

A biopsy reveals tissue that supports, protects, and binds other tissues together. Which of the following is most likely to be found in this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Adipocytes

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Transmits electrical impulses for internal communication

Question 10

A patient with a heart attack has damage to the tissue responsible for contracting the heart. Which tissue type is affected?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle

Question 11

Which of the following is a correct pairing of tissue type and its primary function?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue: Support and binding

Question 12

A tissue sample is observed to have cells that secrete mucus and line the respiratory tract. Which tissue type is this?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 13

Which of the following best explains why skin is able to act as a barrier to pathogens?

Accepted Answer

The continuous layer of epithelial cells forming the epidermis

Question 14

A person with a genetic disorder affecting collagen production would most likely have problems with which tissue type?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue

Question 15

Which tissue type is responsible for the voluntary movement of limbs?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle

Question 16

A patient is diagnosed with a tumor in the lining of their GI tract. Which tissue type is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue?

Accepted Answer

Storing energy as fat

Question 18

A person is unable to sweat due to a genetic defect. Which tissue type is most likely malfunctioning?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 19

Which tissue type is found in tendons and is responsible for connecting muscle to bone?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue

Question 20

A patient with multiple sclerosis has damage to the tissue responsible for rapid communication between the brain and body. Which tissue type is affected?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue

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