Tissue and Aging

What type of tissue has limited regenerative capacity, often resulting in scar formation or permanent damage?

Nervous tissue

Which protein is primarily responsible for providing strength and structure to repairing tissue?

Collagen

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of inflammation?

Decreased blood flow

Why does cartilage heal more slowly than epithelial tissue?

It lacks blood vessels

Which of the following is a long-term consequence of aging on tissue function?

Accumulation of cellular damage and fibrosis

What happens when fibroblasts secrete excess collagen during tissue repair?

Scar tissue formation

Which phase of tissue repair is characterized by fibroblast activity and new extracellular matrix deposition?

Proliferation

How does reduced stem cell activity in aging individuals affect tissue repair?

It slows down cell replacement and regeneration

Which age-related condition results from the deterioration of synovial membranes in joints?

Osteoarthritis

Which of the following best explains why older adults experience slower wound healing?

Reduced immune function and cell regeneration