Function of tissues, cells, fibers, and cartilage

Simple Squamous ET

diffusion, osmosis, filtration

Simple cuboidal ET

absorption and secretion

simple columnar ET

absorption and secretion

Simple columnar ET with goblet cells and microvilli

secretion of mucin and movement of mucus along the apical surface

Pseudostratified ciliated columnar ET with goblet cells

protection

Non keratinized stratified squamous ET

protection in areas of great wear and tear

Transitional ET

permits distension and relaxation. Can expand without tearing

Glandular ET - Exocrine

secrete using a duct to a free surface

Areolar CT

connect tissue together. Like a glue. Metabolic support especially to ET

Adipose CT

protection, provides energy, cushion, insulation

Reticular CT

support cells in soft organs, forms their stroma

Collagen Fibers

give strength and flexibility

Elastiac Fibers

gives strength and elasticity - stretchable

Reticular fibers

Forms stroma, the framework of soft organs

Macrophages

communicate with other cells about invasions and phagocytize damaged cell parts, pathogens, ect.

Plasma cells

Form antibodies that bind to foreign substances, bacteria, and viruses

Mast Cells

Release heparin and histamine

Fibroblasts

makes protein fibers and ground substance

adipocytes

protection, provides energy, cushion, insulation

Dense regular CT

strength and flexibility in one direction. Muscle to bone and bone to bone

Dense irregular CT

tensile strength in all direction

Hyaline cartilage

smooth surfaces for movement at joints. Model for bone growth, supports soft tissue

Elastic cartilage

maintains structural shape while permitting extensive flexibility

Fibrocartilage

resists compression, absorbs shock in some joints

Compact bone

supports soft structures, protects vital organs, provides levers for movement, stores calcium and phosphorus