02 Tissues, Epithelial Tissue

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Epithelial Tissue

A type of tissue that covers the body surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands.

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Simple Squamous Epithelium

Single layer of flat cells; allows rapid diffusion; found in lung alveoli and lining blood vessels.

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Simple Cuboidal Epithelium

Single layer of cube-shaped cells; involved in secretion and absorption; found in kidneys and ducts.

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Simple Columnar Epithelium

Single layer of tall cells; functions in active transport, absorption, and secretion; found in the lining of the stomach and intestines.

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Goblet Cell

A specialized epithelial cell that secretes mucus.

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Stratified Squamous Epithelium

Multiple layers of flat cells; provides protection from friction; found in the lining of the mouth, esophagus, and vagina.

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Keratinized Stratified Squamous Epithelium

Contains keratin; provides protection from desiccation; found in the epidermis of the skin.

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Transitional Epithelium

A type of tissue that allows for stretching without tearing; found in the lining of the urinary bladder.

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Pseudostratified Epithelium

Appears layered but is not; often ciliated; found in the respiratory tract and male reproductive system.

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Exocrine Gland

Glands that secrete products onto a free surface, such as the skin or the lumen of an organ.

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Endocrine Gland

Glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.

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Merocrine Secretion

A type of exocrine secretion where only the apical portion of the cell is released.

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Holocrine Secretion

A type of exocrine secretion where the entire cell disintegrates to release its contents.

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Glandular Epithelial Tissue

Specialized epithelial tissue that forms glands responsible for secretion.

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Connective Tissue

Tissue that supports, binds, and protects other tissues; often found beneath epithelial tissue.

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Basement Membrane

A thin layer of fibrous material that anchors epithelial tissue to underlying structures.

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Cilia

Hair-like structures on cells that help move substances across the cell surface.

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Microvilli

Small, finger-like projections that increase the surface area for absorption.

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Secretory Acini

Clusters of cells in glands that produce and secrete substances.