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Anatomy & Physiology Lec & Lab : Epithelial Tissue
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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| 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 |
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) |