BIO 240 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Reticular Connective Tissue, Subcutaneous Tissue, Elastin

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Group of similar cells and their extracellular matrices. Function together as a group to carry out particular functions. The functions and properties of a tissue are determined by the nature of the cells and the extracellular matrix, if present, created by and surrounding the cells. List the four basic tissue types and give a brief description of each. Epithelial tissues cover the body surfaces; line hollow organs, body cavities, and ducts; form glands. Connective tissues protect and support the body and its organs; binds organs together; store energy reserves as fat; provide resistance to disease in association with the immune system. Muscular tissues responsible for movement and generation of force. Nervous tissue initiate and transmit action potentials (nerve impulses) that help coordinate body activities. Closely packed cells with little or no extracellular material between them. Cells arranged into continuous sheets, in either single or multiple layers.

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