Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

It contains a basement membrane attaching it to connective tissue

Question 2

A patient presents with damage to the lining of their urinary bladder. Which type of epithelial tissue is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

Transitional epithelium

Question 3

Which function is shared by both epithelial and connective tissues?

Accepted Answer

Support and protection

Question 4

Which type of cell junction allows the diffusion of ions and small molecules between adjacent cells?

Accepted Answer

Gap junction

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Merocrine

Question 6

Which connective tissue fiber type is most abundant and provides tensile strength?

Accepted Answer

Collagen fibers

Question 7

Which tissue membrane lines body cavities that do NOT open to the exterior and reduces friction between organs?

Accepted Answer

Serous membrane

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Fibroblasts

Question 9

A patient with osteoporosis is experiencing increased bone fragility. Which component of bone tissue is most responsible for resisting shattering?

Accepted Answer

Collagen fibers

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Exocrine glands release secretions onto epithelial surfaces; endocrine glands release hormones into blood or interstitial fluid

Question 11

Which type of muscle tissue is striated and under voluntary control?

Accepted Answer

Skeletal muscle

Question 12

Which of the following is a correct sequence for the response to tissue injury?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation followed by regeneration

Question 13

Which connective tissue type is most likely to be found in tendons and ligaments?

Accepted Answer

Dense regular connective tissue

Question 14

Which of the following equations best represents the relationship between tissue repair rate and age, assuming a linear decline?

Accepted Answer

$$R = R_0$ - kA$$

Question 15

A patient has a mutation affecting the production of cell adhesion molecules (CAMs). Which process would be most directly impaired?

Accepted Answer

Attachment of epithelial cells to the basement membrane

Question 16

Which of the following is a property of cartilage that distinguishes it from bone?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage is covered by perichondrium

Question 17

Which type of connective tissue is most likely to be found supporting the epithelium of mucous membranes?

Accepted Answer

Areolar connective tissue

Question 18

Which cell type in nervous tissue is responsible for transmitting electrical impulses?

Accepted Answer

Neurons

Question 19

Which of the following best explains why cartilage has limited repair ability?

Accepted Answer

Chondrocytes rely on diffusion for nutrient exchange

Question 20

A patient with chronic inflammation has elevated levels of histamine and heparin in their tissues. Which cell type is most likely responsible for this release?

Accepted Answer

Mast cells

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