Anatomy & Physiology I and II

Anatomy & Physiology Study Guide

4.7 Chapter Four Practice Exam 1. Collections of specialized cells and cell products that perform a relatively limited number of functions are called __________________________. a. Cellular aggregates b. Tissues c. Organs d. Organ systems e. Organisms 2. Tissue that is specialized for contraction is _________________________, a. Epithelial tissue b. Muscle tissue c. Connective tissue d. Neural tissue 3. The most abundant connections between cells in the superficial layers of the skin are ______________. a. Connexons b. Gap junctions c. Macula adherens d. Occluding junctions 4. Matrix is a characteristic of which type of tissue? a. Epithelial b. Neural c. Muscle d. Connective 5. Functions of connective tissue include which of the following? a. Establishing a structural framework for the body b. Storing energy reserves c. Providing protection for delicate organs d. All of these e. A and c only

6. Which of the following epithelia most easily permits diffusion? a. Stratified squamous b. Simple squamous c. Transitional d. Simple columnar 7. The three major types of cartilage in the body are __________________________. a. Collagen, reticular, and elastic b. Areolar, adipose, and reticular c. Hyaline, elastic, and fibrous d. Tendons, reticular, and elastic 8. The primary function of serous membranes in the body is to: a. Minimize friction between opposing surfaces b. Line cavities that communicate with the exterior c. Perform absorptive and secretory functions d. Cover the surface of the body 9. The type of cartilage growth characterized by adding new layers of cartilage to the surface is ___________________. a. Interstitial growth b. Appositional growth c. Intramembranous growth d. Longitudinal growth 10. A type of junction common in cardiac and smooth muscle tissues is the _____________. a. Hemidesmosome b. Basal junction c. Occluding junction d. Gap junction Answer key found on page 365.

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