Question 1

Which of the following best explains why tissue samples are fixed before being sectioned and stained for microscopic viewing?

Accepted Answer

To preserve tissue structure and prevent decay

Question 2

A pathologist is preparing a tissue sample for light microscopy. Which of the following steps is performed differently compared to electron microscopy?

Accepted Answer

Staining with colored dyes

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that distinguishes epithelial tissue from other tissue types?

Accepted Answer

Abundant extracellular matrix

Question 4

A tissue sample is composed of a single layer of tall, column-shaped cells. Which type of epithelial tissue is this?

Accepted Answer

Simple columnar epithelium

Question 5

Which epithelial tissue type is most likely to be found lining the air sacs of the lungs, where rapid diffusion of gases occurs?

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous epithelium

Question 6

Which of the following epithelial tissues is often permeable to small molecules and is found lining blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous epithelium

Question 7

Which type of epithelial tissue is specialized for stretching and is found lining the urinary bladder?

Accepted Answer

Transitional epithelium

Question 8

Which of the following best defines a gland?

Accepted Answer

A cell or group of cells that secrete a particular product

Question 9

Which of the following statements about exocrine glands is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

They secrete their products onto body surfaces or into body cavities

Question 10

A multicellular exocrine gland with a branched duct and secretory cells forming both tubes and small, flasklike sacs is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Compound tubuloalveolar

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Absorption of nutrients

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Elastic cartilage – allows great flexibility

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the extracellular matrix of connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

It consists of ground substance and fibers that separate the living cells

Question 14

Which of the following connective tissue fibers is extremely tough and provides high tensile strength?

Accepted Answer

Collagen fibers

Question 15

A patient has a genetic defect affecting glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) in their connective tissue. Which component of the extracellular matrix is most directly affected?

Accepted Answer

Ground substance

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of connective tissue proper?

Accepted Answer

Areolar tissue

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of a dense connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Elastic

Question 18

A tissue sample is composed of cells embedded in a hard, calcified matrix. Which type of connective tissue is this?

Accepted Answer

Bone

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the function of mast cells in connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Initiate local inflammatory responses against foreign microorganisms

Question 20

A biopsy reveals a tissue with abundant collagen fibers arranged in parallel bundles. Which type of connective tissue is most likely present?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue

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