Across
- 2. heart contracts rhythmically entirely on its own
- 5. tissue that supports and binds other tissues (e.g., bones, blood, fat)
- 8. fluid matrix containing proteins
- 10. cells that surround and protect neurons
- 12. tissue that covers surfaces and lines organs (e.g., skin, lining of intestines)
- 13. under conscious control
- 14. flexible, connective tissue that provides support and cushioning in various parts of the body
- 15. tissue that enables movement (e.g., skeletal muscle, heart muscle
Down
- 1. contains relatively few living cells
- 3. specialized nervous system cell
- 4. Fat-storing cells that contain lipid droplets
- 6. function in blood clotting
- 7. fibers that are strong, slightly flexible
- 9. specialized connective tissue that stores energy in the form of fat
- 11. muscle located only in the heart
- 12. fibers that are thinner, can stretch