Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Connective Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Connective Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes connective tissue?

It transmits electrical impulses throughout the body.

It is responsible for voluntary movement.

It supports, binds, and protects other tissues and organs in the body.

It lines body cavities and covers surfaces.

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Understand the role of connective tissue in the body. Connective tissue is one of the four main types of tissue in the human body, alongside epithelial, muscle, and nervous tissue. Its primary function is to support, bind, and protect other tissues and organs.

Analyze the first option: 'It transmits electrical impulses throughout the body.' This describes the function of nervous tissue, not connective tissue. Nervous tissue is specialized for communication and signal transmission.

Analyze the second option: 'It is responsible for voluntary movement.' This describes the function of muscle tissue, specifically skeletal muscle, which is under voluntary control.

Analyze the third option: 'It supports, binds, and protects other tissues and organs in the body.' This is the correct description of connective tissue. Examples include bone, cartilage, tendons, and adipose tissue, all of which provide structural support and protection.

Analyze the fourth option: 'It lines body cavities and covers surfaces.' This describes epithelial tissue, which forms protective barriers and lines organs and cavities. It is not a function of connective tissue.