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Histology Vocab
Human Anatomy and Phiosology
Term | Definition |
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collagen fibers | protein in white fibers of connective tissue and in bone matrix |
columnar | elongated cells |
reticular connective tissue | thin, collagenous fibers in a 3d network |
keratin | found in epidermis hair and nails |
adipose tissue | fat |
elastic fibers | yellow, stretchy fibers found in connective tissue |
skeletal muscle | attaches to bone and is controlled by conscious effort |
smooth muscle | involuntary movements of internal organs |
neuron | highly specialized nerve cells |
transitional epithelium | many layers of cube-shaped and elongated cells |
simple | single layer |
loose fibrous connective tissue | binds organs and holds tissue fluids |
reticular fibers | structure within a network of like structures in connective tissues |
cartilage | rigid connective tissue that provides support, framework, and attachments |
squamous | flattened cells |