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| Allows passage of materials in locations where protection is not important. found in the lungs, very thin |
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| secretion and absorption; found on ovary surface |
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| provides an impermeable barrier against any bacteria; secretion of mucus, nonciliated-digestive ciliated- bronchi and uterus |
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| protects underlying tissues in an area subjected to abrasion. Contains a keratinized form (dead dry near top) and a non keratinized form (wet and alive, creates new tissue) |
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| made up of columnar cells that specialize in secretion of mucus. ciliated-found in male sperm carrying ducts; nonciliated found in trachea and upper respiratory tract |
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| stretches easily and allows urinary organs to expand. found in the urethra bladder and lines the ureters |
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| transmit electrical signals from sensory receptors to effectors |
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| support neurons by cleaning them up, protecting and insulating them. do NOT send electrical signals |
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| peripheral nervous system |
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| satellite cells and schwann cells |
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| oligodendrocytes, astrocytes, microglia, ependymal cells |
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| loose connective(areolar) |
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| wraps and cushions organs, holds and conveys tissue fluid; its macrophages, phagocytize bacteria; plays key role in inflammation. |
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| loose connective (adipose-fat) |
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| provides reserve fuel, insulates against heat loss, supports and protects organs |
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