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Histology and Integumentary Questions

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A group of similar cells is a ______ Tissue
Name the 4 major groups of tissues. Epithelial, Connective, Muscular, Nerve
Shapes of Epithelial Tissues Squamous, Columnal, Cuboidal, Transitional
Endocrine vs Exocrine Gland Endocrine releases inside, Exocrine releases outside
What determines the functional properties of connective tissue? Consistency of the matrix
State the location of the areolar connective tissue Organ, Muscle, Nerve, Blood Vessels
State the 3 basic types of connective tissue Proper, Supportive, Blood
What cells stores lipids in the body? Adipocyte
Which tissue (Connective) forms a defensive web or network? Reticular
Name the 3 fiber types formed in connective tissue Collagen, Elastin, Reticular
State 2 primary supportive connective tissue types Cartilage, Bone
Mature cartilage cells are termed Chondrocytes
Mature bone cells are called ______ Osteocytes
Define Peristalsis Wave-like contractions of single unit smooth muscle; Self-perpetuating
What is the functional cell in the nervous tissue? Neurons
What are the supportive cells in nervous tissue? Neuroglia
Define Synapse Junction between 2 neurons or between a neuron and a muscle or gland, where nerve impulses are transmitted
Distinguish between the blood supply in cartilage and bone Cartilage has no blood supply. Bone has an abundant blood supply.
List the epithelial membranes Mucous, Serous, Cutaneous
Which membranes line a body cavity that does not open? Serous
Which membranes line a body cavity that opens to the outside? Mucous
What type of membrane is in the skin? Cutaneous
What is the first line of defense against disease? Unbroken Skin
What is the second line of defense against disease? White blood cells
What specific type of tissues is the epidermis of the skin? Epithelial: Squamous, Stratified
Name the water-proofing protein of the skin Keratin
Sebaceous glands are found in all regions of the body except where? Palm of hand and sole of foot
State 2 functions of perspiration Temperature Regulation and waste removal
Name 2 methods of temperature regulation attributed to the integument Sweating and blood flow
Which organs are involved in the synthesis of Vitamin D? Kidney, Liver, Skin
Name the gland that produces earwax Ceruminous
What is the function of Melanin? Which cells produce melanin? Color; Melanocytes
What is the outermost layer of the epidermis? Stratum Corneum
Which epidermal layer is in the palms of hands and soles of feet only? Stratum Lucidum
In which epidermal layer does mitosis occur? Stratum Basale (Germinativum)
Briefly describe: Erythema, Vitiligo, Alopecia, Jaundice Erythema - Red; Embarass, fever, hypothermia, inflammation, allergy Vitiligo - Autoimmune; Partial/complete lost of Melanin Alopecia - Hair loss Jaundice - Yellow; bile in blood, liver problems
Which specific layer of the skin is associated with fingerprints? Papillary region
Hair is a derivative of which layer of the skin? Dermis
Dermis, Name the muscles that move hair. What specific type of muscle is this? Arrector Pili; Multiunit Smooth muscles
List 4 characteristics of aging Wrinkle, Dry, Age spots, Skin tears (thinning)
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