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 wound that is healing primarily through fibrosis rather than regeneration. Which of the following is a likely consequence?

Accepted Answer

The tissue will be replaced by scar tissue, potentially impairing function

Question 3

Which of the following statements about epithelial tissue is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue is supported by connective tissue

Question 4

A gland that releases its product by exocytosis without losing any part of the cell is classified as which type?

Accepted Answer

Merocrine

Question 5

Which connective tissue fiber type is most responsible for providing high tensile strength to tissues such as tendons?

Accepted Answer

Collagen fibers

Question 6

A biopsy of a patient’s tissue reveals cells with multiple layers, with the apical layer being flat and scale-like. Which type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Stratified squamous epithelium

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Cartilage is avascular and chondrocytes divide slowly

Question 8

Which of the following is a function of adipose tissue?

Accepted Answer

Shock absorption and insulation

Question 9

A patient with a genetic defect in the formation of desmosomes would most likely experience which of the following symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Fragile epithelial layers prone to separation

Question 10

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 products onto body surfaces or into cavities

Question 11

Which of the following tissues has the highest regenerative capacity?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Question 12

A patient with a mutation that prevents the formation of the basal lamina would most likely have problems with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Attachment of epithelial cells to underlying connective tissue

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the main function of the serous membranes?

Accepted Answer

Reducing friction between organs in closed body cavities

Question 14

Which of the following cell types is responsible for producing the matrix in bone tissue?

Accepted Answer

Osteoblasts

Question 15

A tissue sample shows spindle-shaped cells with no visible striations and a single central nucleus. This tissue is most likely:

Accepted Answer

Smooth muscle

Question 16

Which of the following is a characteristic of nervous tissue?

Accepted Answer

Transmits electrical impulses

Question 17

Which of the following best explains why dense regular connective tissue is found in tendons?

Accepted Answer

It has closely packed parallel collagen fibers for high tensile strength

Question 18

Which of the following is a correct pairing of a germ layer and the tissue type it produces?

Accepted Answer

Mesoderm – connective tissue

Question 19

A patient with a severe burn loses the cutaneous membrane. Which of the following is a direct consequence?

Accepted Answer

Loss of a dry, protective barrier

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Initiate local inflammatory response by releasing histamine and heparin

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