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four types of tissues
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epithelial
connective nervous muscular |
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Major Functions of the Four Tissue Types
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Epithelial: protection, secretion, absorption, excretion
Connective: bind, support, protect, fill space, store fat, make blood cells Muscle: movement Nervous: responding to stimuli and transmitting impulses from one body organ to another |
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Simple Squamous Epithelium
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Location: Alveoli
Function: Diffusion |
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Simple Cuboidal Epithelium
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Location: Pancreas, glands
Function: Secretion |
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Simple Columnar Epithelium
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Location: Stomach, small intestine
Function: Absorption, secretion (protection) |
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Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium
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Location: Trachea
Function: Support |
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Stratified Squamous
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Location: Skin
Function: Protection |
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Transitional
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Location: Bladder
Function: Can accommodate large volume fluctuations. |
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Loose Connective Tissue (Areolar)
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Location: Most widely-distributed tissue.
Function: Cushions and protects body organs. |
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Adipose Tissue
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Location: Under skin, around organs.
Function: Insulates, cushions, energy. |
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Hyaline Cartilage
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Location: Ends of bones, trachea.
Function: Support and flexibility. |
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Elastic Cartilage
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Location: Ears, larynx.
Function: Support and elasticity. |
