Concepts of Human Anatomy & Physiology   5/e   Van De Graaff/Fox
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I. Definition and Classification of Tissues

Concept: Histology is the specialty of anatomy that involves study of the microscopic structure of tissues. Tissues are assigned to four basic categories on the basis of their cellular composition and histological appearance.

II. Development of Tissues

III. Epithelial Tissue

Concept: There are two major categories of epithelia: membranous and glandular. Membranous epithelia are located throughout the body and form such structures as the outer layer of the skin, the inner lining of body cavities and lumina, and the covering of visceral organs. Glandular epithelia are specialized tissues that form the secretory portion of the glands.

IV. Connective Tissue

Concept: Connective tissue is divided into subtypes according to the matrix that binds the cells. Connective tissue provides structural and metabolic support for other tissues and organs of the body.

V. Muscle Tissues

Concept: Muscle tissue is responsible for the movement of materials through the body, the movement of one part of the body with respect to another, and locomotion. Fibers in the three kinds of muscle tissue are adapted to contract in response to stimuli.

VI. Nervous Tissue

Concept: Nervous tissue is composed of neurons, which respond to stimuli and conduct impulses to and from all body organs, and neuroglia, which functionally support and physically bind neurons.

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