Question 1

Which of the following best describes the general function of epithelial tissue in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Covering body surfaces and lining internal cavities to provide protection, absorption, and secretion

Question 2

A patient has a genetic defect that prevents the formation of tight junctions between epithelial cells. Which of the following is the most likely consequence?

Accepted Answer

Increased permeability of the epithelial layer, allowing substances to pass between cells

Question 3

Which of the following cell shapes is best described as flat and scale-like, and is commonly found in areas where diffusion or filtration occurs?

Accepted Answer

Squamous

Question 4

Simple cuboidal epithelium is most likely to be found in which of the following locations?

Accepted Answer

Kidney tubules

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Generating electrical impulses

Question 6

A histology slide shows multiple layers of cells with the surface layer being flat and scale-like. Which type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the function of microvilli on epithelial cells?

Accepted Answer

To increase the surface area for absorption

Question 8

Which of the following is a characteristic of cardiac muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

It is striated and contains intercalated discs

Question 9

A patient presents with a loss of sensation and inability to control muscle movement in one limb. Which tissue type is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Nervous tissue

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the function of cilia on epithelial cells?

Accepted Answer

Moving substances along the surface of the tissue

Question 11

Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue, a type of connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Storing energy and providing insulation

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the general function of simple epithelium?

Accepted Answer

Absorption, secretion, and filtration

Question 13

Which of the following is a correct pairing of connective tissue type and example?

Accepted Answer

Supporting connective tissue – cartilage

Question 14

A tissue sample is observed to have elongated cells with multiple nuclei and visible striations. Which muscle tissue is this?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle

Question 15

Which of the following is a function of nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Transmitting electrical signals to coordinate body functions

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the appearance of pseudostratified columnar epithelium?

Accepted Answer

A single layer of cells of varying heights, giving a false impression of stratification

Question 17

Which of the following is a general function of supporting connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Providing a rigid framework to support the body

Question 18

A patient is diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that destroys the myelin sheath of neurons. Which function is most likely to be impaired?

Accepted Answer

Rapid transmission of electrical impulses

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the function of desmosomes in epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Anchoring adjacent cells together to resist mechanical stress

Question 20

A burn patient loses large areas of skin. Which of the following is a primary function of the lost epithelial tissue that puts the patient at risk?

Accepted Answer

Protection against infection and dehydration

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