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Histology |
The study of Tissues |
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Epithelia |
Is tightly packed sheets of cells that line organs and outer surfaces, as well as the insides of hollow organs, vessels, and body cavities |
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Loose connective tissue |
Matrix composed of collagen and elastic fibers. Binds epithelial to tissues, pads skin, and hold organs in place |
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Adipose |
Fat. Connects skin to underlying structures, pads, organs, used for storage of energy (ATP) |
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Fibrous Connective Tissue |
Forms tendons and ligaments |
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Cartilage |
Cushions joints, forms support for ears and nose, the cells are chondrocytes. Not vascularized. |
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Hyaline (articular) |
Most abundant type of cartilage, covers ends of long bones, reduces friction at bones |
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Fibrous |
Main role is shock absorption, found in: inter vertebral discs, public symphysis, menisci of knee, epiglottis |
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Elastic |
Structural cartilage, provides strength, rigidity, and maintains shape if some organs. Larynx. ear. Trachea. Eaustachain tubes. Nose. |
