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Anatomy & Physiology Lec & Lab : Epithelial Tissue

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This deck covers the properties, functions, and types of epithelial tissue, including their structure, location, and role in the human body.

Basic properties of epithelial

Highly cellular; Avascular; Innervated; Regenerative
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Key Terms

Term
Definition
Basic properties of epithelial
Highly cellular; Avascular; Innervated; Regenerative
Important functions of Epithelial
Lines body cavities and structures; Secretion of substances; Absorption of substances
Complexities of Epithelial
Simple; Stratified
Shape of Epithelial cells
Squamous; Cuboidal; Columnar
Name of top surface
apical
Name of bottom surface
Basal

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TermDefinition
Basic properties of epithelial
Highly cellular; Avascular; Innervated; Regenerative
Important functions of Epithelial
Lines body cavities and structures; Secretion of substances; Absorption of substances
Complexities of Epithelial
Simple; Stratified
Shape of Epithelial cells
Squamous; Cuboidal; Columnar
Name of top surface
apical
Name of bottom surface
Basal
What does simple squamous epithelial tissue look like
Single layer of flattened cells
Function of simple squamous epithelial
Diffusion; Filtration; Provide slick-friction reducing lining
Where is simple squamous located
Air sacs of lungs; Lining of heart; Blood vessels; Lining of ventral cavity
What does simple cuboidal look like
Single layer of cube like cells with large circular nuclei
What is the function of simple cuboidal
Secretion; Absorption
Where is simple cuboidal located
Ducts; Kidneys; Ovary surface
What does simple columnar look like
Single layer of tall cells with round to oval shaped nuclei
What is the function of simple columnar
Secretion; Absorption
Where is simple columnar located
Digestive tract; Gallbladder; Excretory Ducts
What does stratified squamous look like
Think membrane composed of many layers of cells
Function of stratified squamous
Protection of underlying areas subject to abraision
Location of stratified squamous
Dermis of skin; Moist linings (esophagus, vagina)