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Tissue Levels of Organization (Anatomy/Physiology)

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small, fingerlike extensions of the exposed cell of an epithelial cell   microvilli  
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formed by the fusion of the outer layers of the cell membranes; it prevents the passage of water and solute between cells   tight junctions  
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two cells are held toghether by embedded membrane proteins, they are channel proteins that form a narrow passageway that lets small molecules and ions pass from cell to cell   gap junctions  
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cell membranes of two cellls are locked together by intercellular cement and by membrane proteins   desmosomes  
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The matrix of cartilage consists of a firm gel and cells called   chondrocytes  
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a collection of cells   tissues  
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the study of tissues   histology  
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this includes epithelia and glands   epitheilal tissue  
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are layers of cells that cover internal or external surfaces   epithelia  
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It is composed of secreting cells derived from epithelia   glands  
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Where are epithelia found?   It covers the skin,it linea internal passageway that communicate with the outside such as the digestive, repiratory, reproductive, and urinary, tracts  
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What are the functions of epithelia? (PSP'S)   1. Provides physical protection 2.conrols permeability 3.Provide sensation 4.produce Specialized Secretions  
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What are exocrine secretions?   They secretions dischargedonto the surfacde of epithelium. Examples:Milk of mammary glands, perspiration on the skin, enzymes entering digestive tract  
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What are endocrine excretions?   They are secrteions released into surrounding tissues and blood. These secretions are hormones that producesd in specific organs  
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What are some types of exocrine glands?    
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