Q: Which formula correctly represents the calculation of total magnification when using a microscope?

$\text{Total Magnification} = \text{Objective Lens Magnification} \times \text{Ocular Lens Magnification}$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the appearance and function of simple squamous epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Single layer of flat cells allowing rapid diffusion and filtration

Question 2

A histology slide shows tissue with cells arranged in a single layer, each cell taller than it is wide, and nuclei located near the base. Which type of epithelial tissue is this?

Accepted Answer

Simple columnar epithelium

Question 3

Which connective tissue subtype is characterized by a rigid matrix containing calcium salts and is responsible for structural support and protection?

Accepted Answer

Bone (osseous) tissue

Question 4

You are examining a slide of connective tissue and notice a large number of collagen fibers and fibroblasts in a loosely organized matrix. What type of tissue are you most likely observing?

Accepted Answer

Areolar connective tissue

Question 5

Which of the following is a key function of nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Transmission of electrical impulses

Question 6

A neuron is identified in a tissue sample by its large cell body, dendrites, and axon. What is the primary function of this cell?

Accepted Answer

Conducting nerve impulses

Question 7

Which muscle tissue type is characterized by striations and intercalated discs, and is found only in the heart?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac muscle

Question 8

Given the following scenario: A tissue sample from the trachea shows ciliated cells in a single layer, but nuclei appear at different heights. What is the most likely tissue type?

Accepted Answer

Pseudostratified columnar epithelium

Question 9

Which connective tissue subtype contains chondrocytes within lacunae and provides flexible support in structures such as the ear and nose?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage

Question 10

A patient suffers a tendon injury. Which type of connective tissue is primarily affected?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue

Question 11

Which formula correctly represents the calculation of total magnification when using a microscope?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{Total Magnification} = 	ext{Objective Lens Magnification} 	imes 	ext{Ocular Lens Magnification}$

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the function of intercalated discs in cardiac muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

They allow rapid transmission of electrical signals between cells

Question 13

A tissue sample from the urinary bladder shows cells that change shape from cuboidal to squamous as the bladder fills. What type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Transitional epithelium

Question 14

Which connective tissue subtype is specialized for energy storage and insulation, and contains cells with large lipid droplets?

Accepted Answer

Adipose tissue

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of skeletal muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

Intercalated discs

Question 16

A histology slide shows a network of reticular fibers supporting lymphocytes. Which tissue are you observing?

Accepted Answer

Reticular connective tissue

Question 17

Which of the following best explains why simple cuboidal epithelium is found in kidney tubules?

Accepted Answer

It allows for secretion and absorption due to its cube-shaped cells

Question 18

Which formula would you use to calculate the area of a circular field of view under a microscope if the diameter is $d$?

Accepted Answer

$A = \frac{\pi d^2}{4}$

Question 19

A tissue sample contains elongated cells with multiple nuclei and striations. Which muscle tissue is this, and what is its primary function?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle; voluntary movement of the body

Question 20

Which of the following structures is unique to nervous tissue and is responsible for transmitting signals over long distances?

Accepted Answer

Axon

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