4types of tissue
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What is a tissue?
A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.
What is epithelial tissue?
Tissue that covers and protects surfaces of the body.
What is an example of epithelial tissue?
Skin.
What is connective tissue?
Tissue that supports, connects, or protects body parts.
What is an example of connective tissue?
Bone cartilage, adipose tissue, blood
What is muscle tissue?
Tissue that contracts to produce movement.
What is an example of muscle tissue?
Skeletal muscle.cardiac muscle, smooth muscle,
What is nervous tissue?
Composed of specialized cells called Neurons and sends electrical signal in the body
What is an example of nervous tissue?
Brain,Spinal cord
What is the main function of epithelial tissue?
Covering and protecting.
What is the main function of connective tissue?
Supporting, connecting, and protecting.
What is the main function of muscle tissue?
Movement.
What is the main function of nervous tissue?
Communication and sending signals.
What are the 4 major tissue types in order?
Epithelial → Connective → Muscle → Nervous.