Question 1

Which tissue type is primarily responsible for internal communication within the body, and what is its main structural component?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue; composed of neurons and supporting cells

Question 2

A patient suffers a burn that damages the skin's surface. Which tissue type is most directly affected, and what is one of its primary functions?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue; forms boundaries and protects against environmental hazards

Question 3

Which of the following best explains the principle of 'structure determines function' as it applies to muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

Muscle tissue's elongated fibers allow for contraction and movement

Question 4

Which tissue type lines the gastrointestinal (GI) tract organs and is specialized for absorption and secretion?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 5

A histology slide shows cells embedded in a matrix with fibers and ground substance. Which tissue type is most likely being observed?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue

Question 6

Which tissue type is responsible for the contraction of the heart, and what is the specific name for this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle tissue

Question 7

If a person has a disorder affecting the transmission of signals between the brain and spinal cord, which tissue type is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue

Question 8

Which tissue type is found in tendons and fat, and what is its primary function?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue; support and binding

Question 9

A biopsy from the wall of a hollow organ reveals spindle-shaped cells that contract involuntarily. Which tissue type is this?

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle tissue

Question 10

Which tissue type is most likely to be involved in the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 11

A patient presents with a loss of sensation in the skin. Which tissue type is most likely damaged?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue

Question 12

Which tissue type forms the outermost layer of the skin and acts as a barrier to pathogens?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 13

Which tissue type is most likely to be involved in the rapid transmission of electrical impulses?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue

Question 14

A person is unable to move their arm due to damage to the tissue attached to their bones. Which tissue type is affected?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle tissue

Question 15

Which tissue type is most likely to be involved in the secretion of hormones from glands?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 16

Which tissue type provides the structural framework for organs and stores energy in the form of fat?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue

Question 17

A patient with a connective tissue disorder may experience problems with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Support, protection, and binding of organs

Question 18

Which tissue type is most likely to be involved in the filtration of blood in the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 19

Which tissue type is found in the walls of blood vessels and is responsible for regulating blood pressure by contraction?

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle tissue

Question 20

A multi-step question: A patient has a wound that penetrates the skin and damages underlying tissue. Which two tissue types are most likely affected, and what are their primary functions?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue (protection) and muscle tissue (movement)

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