BIO114 - Chapter 4 Quiz

Tissue

A group of cells that are similar in structure and work together to perform a common function are referred to as a

Organs

Which of the following are structures in the body that are composed of two or more different tissues joined together to perform a specific function?

Digestive system

Which organ system mechanically and chemically breaks down food into smaller units?

Connective

Blood, cartilage, and bone Are, which of the following types of tissue?

Basement membrane

Which of the following is a supporting, non-cellular layer found directly beneath the cells of an epithelial tissue?

Homeostasis

The ability of living organisms to maintain a constant internal environment, despite changes in the external environment called

Muscle

Which type of tissue is able to contract?

Melanocytes

The presence of a suntan is due to increased activity, which one of the following cell types in response to ultraviolet radiation exposure?

A torn tendon can take longer to heal than a broken bone because tendons possess fewer blood vessels than bones

True

Since skin is made up of several tissues and has a number of different functions, It is best classified as an organ

True