Multiple Choice
Which of the following structures is responsible for enclosing the contents of a typical animal cell?
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Overview of Tissue Structures
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The micrograph depicts what type of tissue?
A
Muscle tissue
B
Nervous tissue
C
Epithelial tissue
D
Connective tissue
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Examine the micrograph carefully and identify the structural characteristics of the tissue. For epithelial tissue, look for tightly packed cells with minimal extracellular matrix and a clear organization into layers or sheets.
Consider the function of epithelial tissue, which typically includes covering surfaces, lining cavities, and forming glands. Check if the micrograph shows these features.
Compare the micrograph to the features of other tissue types: muscle tissue (characterized by elongated cells and striations), nervous tissue (characterized by neurons and supporting glial cells), and connective tissue (characterized by abundant extracellular matrix and scattered cells).
Focus on the presence of a free surface or lumen, which is a hallmark of epithelial tissue. Epithelial cells often line surfaces exposed to the external environment or internal cavities.
Confirm the identification by noting the absence of features specific to other tissue types, such as striations in muscle tissue, neuron cell bodies in nervous tissue, or a prominent extracellular matrix in connective tissue.
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