Main Tissues (121)

What is the structure of connective tissue?

Characterized by extra cellular material that separate cells from one another

What is the function of connective tissue?

1. Enclosing and separating

2. Connecting tissues to one another

3. Supportive and moving

4. Storing

5. Cushioning and insulating

6. Transporting

7. Protecting

What is an example of connective tissue?

Cells of the immune system and blood

What is the structure of epithelial tissue?

Classified according to the number of cell layers and shapes

What is the function of epithelial tissue?

1. Protecting underlying structures

2. Acting as barriers

3. Permitting the passage of substances

4. Secreting substances

What is an example of epithelial tissue?

Skin and the linings of internal organs

What is the structure of muscle tissue?

Cells of muscles resemble long threads and are called fibers

What is the function of muscle tissue?

Providing movement

What is an example of muscle tissue?

Heart and organs of digestive system

What is the structure of neural tissue?

Cells are composed of dendrites, cell bodies and axons

What is the function of neural tissue?

Coordinating and controlling many body Activities

What is an example of neural tissue?

Brain and spinal cord