Question 1

Which of these connective tissue cells is NOT correctly matched with its function?

Accepted Answer

A)  blast cells - make holes in extracellular matrix
B)  clast cells - break down the extracellular matrix
C)  cyte cells - maintain the extracellular matrix
D)  mast cells - release chemicals promoting inflammation
E)  macrophages - move about and ingest foreign substances

Question 2

When new,viable cells replace dead cells,the process is called

Accepted Answer

A)  remuneration.
B)  replacement.
C)  regeneration.
D)  reunification.
E)  Either replacement or regeneration is equally correct.

Question 3

The tracheal rings are composed of

Accepted Answer

A)  dense collagenous connective tissue.
B)  hyaline cartilage.
C)  fibrocartilage.
D)  elastic cartilage.
E)  loose or areolar connective tissue.

Question 4

You would normally expect to find ____________________ in the outer layer of skin.

Accepted Answer

A)  simple squamous epithelium
B)  simple cuboidal epithelium
C)  stratified squamous epithelium
D)  transitional epithelium
E)  simple columnar epithelium

Question 5

Cells of the epidermis are linked together via __________ which rivet the plasma membranes of the two cells together with a network of fine proteins and intercellular cement.

Accepted Answer

A)  desmosomes
B)  tight junctions
C)  gap junctions
D)  voltage gated ion channels

Question 6

You would normally expect to find ____________________ lining blood vessels.

Accepted Answer

A)  simple squamous epithelium
B)  simple cuboidal epithelium
C)  stratified squamous epithelium
D)  transitional epithelium
E)  simple columnar epithelium

Question 7

Which of the following statements about cartilage is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cartilage does not have blood vessels and therefore heals slowly after injury.
B)  Proteoglycans within the matrix trap water making the cartilage relatively rigid and resistant to compression.
C)  Collagen fibers within the matrix give cartilage its flexibility and strength.
D)  Cells within cartilage are located in lacunae.
E)  The matrix of cartilage is mineralized and calcified giving it a ring-like pattern.

Question 8

Which of these is NOT one of the four basic tissue types?

Accepted Answer

A)  glandular
B)  connective
C)  muscle
D)  epithelium
E)  nervous

Question 9

Hemidesmosomes

Accepted Answer

A)  anchor cells to the basement membrane.
B)  are found in epithelia that is subjected to a high degree of stress.
C)  are a modified form of a desmosomes.
D)  All of these are correct.
E)  None of these is correct.

Question 10

_____________ cells are unicellular glands that produce mucus.

Accepted Answer

A)  Goblet
B)  Blast
C)  Germ
D)  Mast
E)  Adipose

Question 11

A gland with branching ducts that expand into saclike structures is a

Accepted Answer

A)  simple tubular endocrine gland.
B)  simple acinar exocrine gland.
C)  compound tubular exocrine gland.
D)  compound acinar exocrine gland.
E)  compound tubular endocrine gland.

Question 12

The connective tissue that covers muscles,glands,and nerves is

Accepted Answer

A)  dense collagenous connective tissue.
B)  hyaline cartilage.
C)  fibrocartilage.
D)  elastic cartilage.
E)  loose or areolar connective tissue.

Question 13

Which of these epithelial types is correctly matched with its major function?

Accepted Answer

A)  simple squamous epithelium - diffusion or filtration
B)  stratified squamous epithelium - protection from abrasion
C)  Simple cuboidal epithelium - active transport,facilitated diffusion,or secretion
D)  Simple columnar epithelium - secretion or absorption
E)  All these are correctly paired.

Question 14

In connective tissue,cells whose names contain the suffix - clast:

Accepted Answer

A)  produce matrix
B)  maintain the matrix
C)  break down the matrix for remodeling
D)  ingest foreign substances through phagocytosis
E)  are non-motile cells that release histamines and other chemicals to promote inflammation.

Question 15

Which of these does NOT occur because of increased permeability of blood vessels during the inflammatory process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Neutrophils move into the injured tissue.
B)  Edema,or swelling,of the tissues occurs.
C)  Fibrin diffuses into tissues and forms a fibrous network in the extracellular space.
D)  Pus leaks out of blood vessels.
E)  Increased fluid in the tissues causes increased tissue pressure,which causes pain.

Question 16

In connective tissue,cells whose names contain the suffix - cyte:

Accepted Answer

A)  produce matrix
B)  maintain the matrix
C)  break down the matrix for remodeling
D)  ingest foreign substances through phagocytosis
E)  are non-motile cells that release histamines and other chemicals to promote inflammation.

Question 17

Synovial membranes:

Accepted Answer

A)  produce synovial fluid
B)  line the inside of joint cavities
C)  make the joint very slippery
D)  reduces friction allowing for smooth movement within the joint
E)  all of the above are true of synovial membranes

Question 18

Major components of the extracellular matrix of connective tissue include

Accepted Answer

A)  protein fibers,carbohydrates,and lipids.
B)  phospholipids,glycoproteins,and proteins.
C)  protein fibers,ground substance,and fluid.
D)  ground substance,glycoproteins,and phospholipids.
E)  ground substance,carbohydrates,and fluid.

Question 19

Following an injury,chemicals are released or activated in the injured tissues.These chemicals,called mediators of inflammation,include

Accepted Answer

A)  histamine.
B)  neutrophils.
C)  prostaglandins.
D)  pus.
E)  Both histamine and prostaglandins are mediators of inflammation.

Question 20

Which of the types of epithelial free surfaces is correctly matched with its function?

Accepted Answer

A)  smooth - decreases friction
B)  with microvilli - cell moves from place to place
C)  ciliated - increased surface area
D)  with goblet cells - absorption
E)  All of these are correctly paired.

Exam 4: Tissues

The tracheal rings are composed of

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You would normally expect to find ____________________ lining blood vessels.

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Which of these epithelial types is correctly matched with its major function?

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Which of these connective tissue cells is NOT correctly matched with its function?

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Cells of the epidermis are linked together via __________ which rivet the plasma membranes of the two cells together with a network of fine proteins and intercellular cement.

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The connective tissue that covers muscles,glands,and nerves is

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Following an injury,chemicals are released or activated in the injured tissues.These chemicals,called mediators of inflammation,include

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Which of the following statements about cartilage is FALSE?

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Hemidesmosomes

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In connective tissue,cells whose names contain the suffix - cyte:

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In connective tissue,cells whose names contain the suffix - clast:

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A gland with branching ducts that expand into saclike structures is a

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Which of the types of epithelial free surfaces is correctly matched with its function?

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Major components of the extracellular matrix of connective tissue include

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_____________ cells are unicellular glands that produce mucus.

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You would normally expect to find ____________________ in the outer layer of skin.

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When new,viable cells replace dead cells,the process is called

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Which of these does NOT occur because of increased permeability of blood vessels during the inflammatory process?

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Synovial membranes:

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Which of these is NOT one of the four basic tissue types?

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