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Definition
Simple Squamous Epithelium
diffusion
blood vessel/heart lining |
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Definition
Simple Cuboidal Epithelium
absorption/secretion
kidney tubules |
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Definition
Simple Columnar Epithelium
absorption/secretion
glands/ducts |
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Definition
Stratified Squamous Epithelium
protection
epidermis |
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Term
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Definition
Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium
move mucus/other fluid
trachea |
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Definition
Transitional Epithelium
adjusts to stretching tissue
bladder |
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Term
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Definition
Loose connective tissue
holds organs in place; attachment
around blood vessels/nerves |
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Definition
Dense Regular Connective Tissue
tensile strength, stretch, and recoil
tendons/ligaments |
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Term
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Definition
Adipose Connective Tissue
fat storage
subcutaneous/visceral fat; yellow marrow; breast tissue |
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Definition
Reticular Connective Tissue
soft skeleton (stroma) for support
around liver, kidney, spleen, lymph nodes, and marrow |
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Term
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Definition
Hyaline Cartilage Connective Tissue
flexible support
nasal septum, fetal skeleton |
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Definition
Fibrocartilage Connective Tissue
rigid support
TMJ, meniscus, pubic symphisis |
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Definition
Elastic Cartilage Connective Tissue
flexible support
outer ear |
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Definition
Bone Connective Tissue
structural support
bones |
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Definition
Blood Connective Tissue
carry O2
inside vessels |
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