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16 Cards in this Set
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Tissue |
Group of similar cells |
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Histology |
The study of cells |
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Epithelial Tissue |
Covers surfaces, lines organs, body cavities, and ducts |
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Simple Squamous Epithelium |
One layer of square or flat tissue. Diffusion and filtration. Lungs and kidneys |
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Simple Cuboidal Epithelium |
One layer of cubed like tissue. Secretion and absorption. Thyroid, ovaries, renal tubules |
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Simple Columnar Epithelium |
One layer of column like tissue. Stomach, intestines, uterus |
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Stratified Squamous Epithelium |
Multiple layers of flat or square like tissue. Epidermis, esophagus, mouth |
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Stratified Cuboidal Tissue |
Multiple layers of cubed like tissue. Large ducts |
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Stratified Columnar Epithelium |
Multiple layers of column like tissue. Conjunctiva, vas deferens, pharynx |
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Transitional Epithelium |
Multiple layers. Transitions from Cuboidal to Squamous and back. Urinary bladder, uterus |
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Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium |
One layer but looks like multiple. Attached to the basement membrane. Can contain mucus cells. Trachea, Upper Respiratory Tract |
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Apical Surface |
Upper free surface |
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Basal Surface |
Against the basement membrane |
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Ciliated |
Helps move fluid or substances |
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Goblet Cell |
Secretes mucus |
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Lumen |
Inside of space of tubular structure |
