Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main function of simple squamous epithelium in the alveoli of the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Rapid diffusion of gases

Question 2

A patient presents with a tumor that has invaded underlying tissues beyond the basement membrane. Which property of epithelial tissue has been compromised?

Accepted Answer

Basement membrane as a boundary

Question 3

Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Cells exhibit polarity with distinct apical and basal surfaces

Question 4

Which type of epithelial tissue is best suited for areas subject to wear and tear, such as the skin?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 5

A gland that releases its product by exocytosis without losing cellular material is classified as which type?

Accepted Answer

Merocrine

Question 6

Which of the following best explains why epithelial tissues are avascular but innervated?

Accepted Answer

They receive nutrients by diffusion from underlying connective tissue

Question 7

Which of the following is a function of cilia found on some epithelial cells?

Accepted Answer

Move mucus along the surface

Question 8

A biopsy from the urinary bladder reveals an epithelium with cells that change shape when stretched. What type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Transitional

Question 9

Which of the following statements about glandular epithelia is correct?

Accepted Answer

Unicellular exocrine glands include goblet cells that secrete mucin

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the structure of a compound tubuloalveolar gland?

Accepted Answer

Branched duct with both tubular and alveolar secretory units

Question 11

Which of the following is a real-life example of a merocrine gland?

Accepted Answer

Sweat gland

Question 12

A tissue sample shows a single layer of tall, closely packed cells with microvilli and goblet cells. Which function is most likely associated with this tissue?

Accepted Answer

Absorption and secretion of mucus and enzymes

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the difference between simple and stratified epithelia?

Accepted Answer

Simple epithelia consist of a single cell layer, while stratified epithelia have multiple layers

Question 14

Which of the following is a key role of the basement membrane in epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Reinforces the epithelial sheet and resists stretching and tearing

Question 15

A multicellular gland that accumulates its product until the entire cell ruptures is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Holocrine

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

It allows for secretion and absorption

Question 17

Which of the following is a correct pairing of epithelial tissue and its location?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous – skin epidermis

Question 18

Which of the following is a function of tight junctions in epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Prevent substances from passing between adjacent cells

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the role of goblet cells in the respiratory tract?

Accepted Answer

Secrete mucin to form mucus

Question 20

A tissue sample from the trachea shows cells of varying heights, all attached to the basement membrane, with cilia on the apical surface. What is the most likely tissue type?

Accepted Answer

Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium

Tissue: The Living Fabric – Structure and Function of Epithelial Tissue

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