TAMU BIOL 320 Test 1 | 225 Questions and Answers(A+ Solution guide)

Describe the basic functions of simple squamous tissue. - Answer - Areas requiring passive diffusion - Areas not requiring much protection *Found in kidneys, serosae, and linings* Describe the basic functions of simple cuboidal tissue. - Answer Secretion and absorption *Ovaries* Describe the basic functions of simple collumnar tissue. - Answer - Secretion of ENZYMES and lubes - Propulsion of stuffs (cilliated) *Digestive system and resp. system* Describe the basic functions of pseudostratified collumnar tissue. - Answer Areas requiring mucous production Describe the basic functions of stratified squamous tissue. - Answer PROTECTION especially in areas with a lot of abrasion *Oral cavity and anus* Describe the basic functions of transitional tissue. - Answer STRETCHING Differentiate between neural and endocrine signal strength conveyance - Answer Endocrine: Concentration of hormone Neural: Frequency of impulse What are the three ways hormone release is controlled? - Answer - Humoral - Hormonal - NeuralDescribe up regulation - Answer Upon binding to a hormone, a cell will produce more receptors for that hormone Describe down regulation - Answer Upon binding to a hormone, a cell will destroy existing receptors for that hormone