Tissues

Tissues Cells are arranged in Tissues that provide specific functions for the body. Cells of different tissues are structured differently which leads to their differences in function.

The study of tissues is called histology Arrangement of tissues embedded in or around nonliving material is called a matrix

Tissues of the human body include 4 major types. 1. Epithelial 2. Connective 3. Muscle 4. Nervous

Epithelial Tissue Covers and protects body surface Lines body cavities Specializes in moving substances into and out of blood Forms many glands Many different forms of this type of tissue

Connective Tissue Specialized to support the body surface to connect and hold them together Transport substances through the body Protect it from foreign invaders Usually found spread apart from other connective tissues with non living matrix between

Muscle Tissue Produces movement Muscle cells are specialized for contractility Produce movement by shortening of contractile units found in cytoplasm Have many nuclei 3 main types: Cardiac, smooth, skeletal

Nervous Tissue The most complex tissue in the body Communication between various parts of body Coordination of body functions

Memorizing vs. Learning How could you remember the 4 types of tissues found in the body?