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 Tissues & Histology

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Tissues & Histology

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Multiple Choice

Which body tissue consists largely of extracellular matrix?

Nervous tissue

Epithelial tissue

Muscle tissue

Connective tissue

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Understand the basic types of body tissues: There are four primary types of tissues in the body - epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.

Identify the characteristics of each tissue type: Epithelial tissue covers body surfaces and lines cavities, muscle tissue is responsible for movement, nervous tissue is involved in receiving and transmitting nerve impulses, and connective tissue supports, binds, and protects other tissues and organs.

Focus on the composition of connective tissue: Connective tissue is unique because it consists largely of an extracellular matrix, which is a network of proteins and other molecules that provide structural and biochemical support to the surrounding cells.

Compare the extracellular matrix presence in each tissue type: While epithelial, muscle, and nervous tissues have some extracellular components, they are primarily composed of cells. In contrast, connective tissue has a significant amount of extracellular matrix relative to its cellular content.

Conclude that connective tissue is the correct answer: Based on the understanding that connective tissue is characterized by a large amount of extracellular matrix, it is the tissue type that fits the description given in the problem.