Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

It is avascular but innervated.

Question 2

A patient presents with a burn that has destroyed the epidermis. Which type of epithelial tissue is primarily affected?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Rapid diffusion of gases

Question 4

Which equation best represents the relationship between the rate of diffusion ($R$), surface area ($A$), and thickness ($T$) of a simple squamous epithelial membrane?

Accepted Answer

$R = \frac{A}{T}$

Question 5

A gland that releases its product by exocytosis without damaging the cell is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Merocrine

Question 6

Which connective tissue type is most likely to be found providing support in lymph nodes and the spleen?

Accepted Answer

Reticular connective tissue

Question 7

A biopsy reveals a tissue with closely packed parallel collagen fibers and very few cells. This tissue is most likely:

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue

Question 8

Which of the following best explains why cartilage heals poorly after injury?

Accepted Answer

It is avascular, so nutrients and cells required for repair are limited.

Question 9

Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue that distinguishes it from areolar tissue?

Accepted Answer

Shock absorption and energy storage

Question 10

A patient with Marfan syndrome has defective elastic fibers. Which tissue function is most likely to be compromised?

Accepted Answer

Ability of arteries to stretch and recoil

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Endocrine glands secrete hormones into interstitial fluid; exocrine glands secrete onto epithelial surfaces.

Question 12

Which of the following cell types is responsible for producing the extracellular matrix in connective tissue proper?

Accepted Answer

Fibroblasts

Question 13

A tissue sample from the trachea shows tall, closely packed cells with cilia and goblet cells. Which type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Pseudostratified columnar epithelium

Question 14

Which of the following best explains why stratified squamous epithelium is found in areas subject to abrasion, such as the skin?

Accepted Answer

It provides multiple layers for protection against physical and chemical stress.

Question 15

Which of the following formulas best represents the relationship between the volume ($V$) of a cell and its surface area ($A$) as the cell increases in size?

Accepted Answer

$V$ increases faster than $A$ as cell size increases

Question 16

Which connective tissue type is best suited for resisting forces in multiple directions, such as in the dermis of the skin?

Accepted Answer

Dense irregular connective tissue

Question 17

A patient with a genetic defect in proteoglycan synthesis would most likely have abnormalities in which component of connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Ground substance

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the function of the basement membrane in epithelial tissues?

Accepted Answer

It supports and anchors the epithelium to underlying connective tissue.

Question 19

Which of the following is a unique feature of transitional epithelium found in the urinary bladder?

Accepted Answer

It can change shape to accommodate stretching.

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why bone is more rigid than cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Bone matrix is calcified with inorganic salts.

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