Different Types of Tissues

2. This muscle type surrounds hollow organs, has no visible striations, and has only one nucleus per cell.
6. Matrix is an areolar tissue in which fat globules predominate. This tissue insulates the body, protects some organs, and serves as a site for fuel storage.
7. Most widely distributed connective tissue there is, contains all fiber types, can soak up excess fluid, and is soft and pliable.
10. One layer of epithelial tissue.
11. Single layer of cells but often looks like more than one layer, and is often ciliated.
13. Is surrounded by a fluid matrix called plasma, fibers are visible during clotting only, and serves as a transport vehicle for materials such as oxygen and nutrients.
15. Cells fit closely together, always have one free (apical) surface, are bound to a basement membrane, are usually avascular, and regenerates easily if well nourished.
16. There are three types of this tissue, and it is there to produce movement.
19. The shape of the cells depends on the amount of stretching, lines the organs of the urinary system.
20. Delicate network of interwoven fibers. Forms stroma (internal supporting network) of lymphoid organs: lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow.
21. Cube-shaped cells that fit well together, can store small amounts of things if needed.
22. The only type of muscle that can be controlled voluntarily. The cells are striated and have more than one nucleus.

1. More than one layer of epithelial tissue.
2. Flattened, or flat-shaped cells that usually look squished together.
3. Variates in blood supply, has an extracellular matrix, and has two main elements: ground substance and fibers.
4. Highly compressible cartilage and forms cushion-like discs between vertebrae.
5. The most common cartilage in the body, and it makes up the entire fetal skeleton. It is composed of collagen fibers and a rubbery/glassy looking matrix.
8. Used to protect and support the body. It is composed of cells in lacunae, a hard matrix of calcium cells, and a large number of collagen fibers.
9. The function of this tissue is to send impulses to other areas of the body. Has neurons and nerve support cells.
12. A cartilage that provides elasticity.
14. The main matrix element of this tissue is collagen fibers, and it makes up the tendons, ligaments, and dermis of the skin.
17. Column-like cells that are good for storing materials, and for secreting them.
18. This muscle type is only found in the heart, and its function is to pump blood. The cells attach to each other at intercalated discs. The cells are striated and have only one nucleus, and do not regenerate.