Chpt 4 Objective 1

Identify the main tissue types & discuss their roles in the human body.

What is the definition of tissues?

A collection of specialized cells and extracellular substances

Which of the following is NOT one of the four main types of body tissues?
a. Nervous tissue
b. Muscular tissue
c. Epithelial tissue
d. Vascular tissue

Vascular tissue

What function does connective tissue serve in the body?

To bind cells and organs together

Which tissue type is responsible for creating electrical signals?

Nervous tissue

What is histology?

The microscopic study of tissues