Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Covers body surfaces and lines internal cavities, providing protection and selective permeability

Question 2

A patient presents with fragile skin, blisters, and slow wound healing. Which protein is most likely defective, leading to these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Collagen VII

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Secretion of hormones

Question 4

Which type of epithelial tissue is best suited for diffusion and filtration, and where is it commonly found?

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous; alveoli of lungs

Question 5

A gland that releases its product by exocytosis without losing any part of the cell is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Merocrine

Question 6

Which connective tissue subtype is found in tendons and ligaments, and what is its main structural feature?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular; parallel collagen fibers

Question 7

Which of the following best explains the difference between white fat and brown fat?

Accepted Answer

White fat stores nutrients, brown fat generates heat using abundant mitochondria

Question 8

Which of the following is a function of neurons found in nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Transmit signals and generate nerve impulses

Question 9

Which type of cartilage is found in the external ear and larynx, and what makes it unique?

Accepted Answer

Elastic cartilage; flexible due to many elastic fibers

Question 10

A patient has a scar after tissue injury. Which process led to the formation of this scar?

Accepted Answer

Fibrosis

Question 11

Which of the following equations correctly represents the relationship between force, pressure, and area in the context of blood flow through vessels?

Accepted Answer

$F = P 	imes A$

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the structure and function of pseudostratified epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Single layer of cells of varying heights, giving a stacked appearance, often involved in secretion and movement of mucus

Question 13

Which connective tissue type is found in lymph nodes and spleen, and what is its main function?

Accepted Answer

Reticular; forms a network supporting free blood cells

Question 14

Which of the following is a holocrine gland found in the skin?

Accepted Answer

Sebaceous oil gland

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Contains abundant blood vessels

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the role of goblet cells in mucous membranes?

Accepted Answer

Secrete mucus to keep membranes moist

Question 17

Which of the following muscle types is found in the walls of hollow organs and is responsible for involuntary contractions?

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle

Question 18

Which of the following best explains why brown fat is important in newborns?

Accepted Answer

It generates heat to help maintain body temperature

Question 19

Which of the following is a function of the cutaneous membrane?

Accepted Answer

Covers the body surface and protects against pathogens and water loss

Question 20

Which of the following cell types is responsible for supporting, insulating, and protecting neurons in nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Neuroglia

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