Histology — definition?
Study of tissue microstructure and functions
Histology — study of?
Microstructure, organization, functions of tissues.
Epithelium — role?
Forms protective, secretory, sensory layers
Tissue — definition?
Group of cells with shared origin and function.
Basement membrane — function?
Supports epithelium, separates from connective tissue
Epithelium — role?
Protective, secretory, sensory functions.
Basement membrane — location?
Supports epithelium, lies beneath it.
No vessels in?
Epithelium, vessels are in connective tissue.
Microvilli — function?
Increase surface area for absorption.
Glandular epithelium — secretion mode?
Exocrine or endocrine secretion.
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1. What is the primary focus of histology as a scientific discipline?
2. What is the primary function of microvilli in epithelial cells?
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