Question 1

Which of the following tissue types is primarily responsible for covering body surfaces and lining cavities, and is also involved in secretion and absorption?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 2

A gland that releases its product by pinching off a portion of the cell's apex is classified as which type of gland?

Accepted Answer

Apocrine gland

Question 3

Which connective tissue cell type is responsible for producing the fibers found in the extracellular matrix?

Accepted Answer

Fibroblast

Question 4

Stratified squamous epithelium is best suited for which of the following functions?

Accepted Answer

Protection against abrasion

Question 5

Which of the following is TRUE regarding cartilage?

Accepted Answer

It contains chondrocytes in lacunae and is avascular.

Question 6

A patient suffers a deep skin wound. Which sequence correctly describes the stages of tissue repair?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation, organization, regeneration

Question 7

Which germ layer gives rise to both muscle and connective tissues during embryonic development?

Accepted Answer

Mesoderm

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the function of neuroglia in nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Support and nourish neurons

Question 9

A gland that releases its product directly into the bloodstream is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Endocrine gland

Question 10

Which of the following equations correctly represents the relationship between the number of cell layers ($n$) and the classification of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

$n = 1$ \rightarrow$ Simple epithelium; $n > 1$ \rightarrow$ Stratified epithelium

Question 11

Which connective tissue type is the most vascularized?

Accepted Answer

Bone

Question 12

A patient with a deficiency in collagen production would most likely have problems with which connective tissue property?

Accepted Answer

Strength and resilience

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Lubricates the surfaces of organs to reduce friction

Question 14

Which of the following cell types is most likely to be found in bone tissue?

Accepted Answer

Osteocyte

Question 15

Which equation best represents the process of inflammation in tissue repair, where $W$ is the number of white blood cells and $H$ is the amount of histamine released?

Accepted Answer

$W \uparrow$ as $H \uparrow$

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands?

Accepted Answer

Endocrine glands secrete products into the bloodstream; exocrine glands secrete into ducts.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Absorption of nutrients

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Fibers and ground substance

Question 19

A tissue sample shows cells that are flat and arranged in multiple layers. Which type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why cartilage injuries heal slowly?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage contains few cells and is avascular.

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