TISSUE BASICS :
Tissue: A group of cells that have similar structure and that function together as a unit.
Cells: The smallest unit that can live on its own and that makes up all living organisms and the tissues of the body
Epithelial tissue: A thin layer of tissue that covers organs, glands, and other structures within the body.
Connective tissue: Tissue that supports, protects, and gives structure to other tissues and organs in the body.
Muscle tissue: Composed of cells that have the special ability to shorten or contract in order to produce movement of the body parts.
Nervous tissue: Found in the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, it is responsible for coordinating and controlling many body activities.
Neurons: The cells in nervous tissue that generate and conduct impulses.
Cartilage: Strong, flexible connective tissue that protects your joints and bones.
Blood: Blood is a fluid that circulates through the various organs, arteries, and veins of your body and carries with it nourishment, oxygen, etc. (also carries away waste)
Tendons: A flexible tissue that connects your muscles to bones.
Ligaments: A connective tissue that connects bone to bone.
Muscle (Contract)
Nervous (Control)
Connective (Support)
Epithelial (Covering)
Fat
Skeletal Muscle
Bone
