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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

Characteristics of Epithelial Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Characteristics of Epithelial Tissue

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Which of the following is NOT a function of epithelial tissue?

Protection

Contraction

Absorption

Secretion

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Understand the primary functions of epithelial tissue. Epithelial tissue serves several key roles in the body, including protection, absorption, and secretion.

Protection: Epithelial tissue forms a protective barrier on surfaces such as the skin and lining of organs, safeguarding against physical damage, pathogens, and dehydration.

Absorption: Certain epithelial tissues, like those in the intestines, are specialized for absorbing nutrients and other substances from the external environment into the body.

Secretion: Epithelial cells can produce and release substances such as enzymes, hormones, and mucus, which are essential for various bodily functions.

Contraction: This is not a function of epithelial tissue. Contraction is primarily a function of muscle tissue, which is responsible for movement and force generation in the body.