Biomed end of course exam

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Epithelial Tissue

Epithelial tissue is composed of epithelial cells aligned in sheets and connected to one another. This tissue can be found lining the outer surfaces of all organs and blood vessels, in the mouth, and on the surfaces of humans. This tissue works to absorb, secrete, protect, and sense for us.

Nervous Tissue

Nerves, the spinal cord, and the brain are composed of nervous tissues. This tissue, made up of specialized cells called neurons, works to receive, interpret, and respond to signals.

Muscle Tissue

This is what makes the muscles in the body. They can be striated, smooth, or cardiac. Striated muscle tissue, also known as skeletal muscle tissue, is attached to bones. Smooth muscle tissue is found in the walls of internal organs. Cardiac muscle tissue is found in the walls of the heart. This tissue provides the ability to contract.

Connective Tissue

Connective tissue supports and connects other tissue types in the body. Different types of connective tissue work to hold organs in place, attach muscle to bones, link bones with joints, or enable other tissues (like lungs) to stretch. It is found attached to and in between other tissues types in the body.