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Class Discussion On Tissue

Tissue is a level of cellular organization between cells and organs. Tissue is composed of similar cells and extracellular matrix that work together to perform a specific function. Organs are formed by the grouping of multiple tissue types. There are four primary types of tissues: epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous. Each tissue type has distinct characteristics and functions that contribute to the overall structure and functioning of the body.

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Class Discussion On Tissue

Tissue is a level of cellular organization between cells and organs. Tissue is composed of similar cells and extracellular matrix that work together to perform a specific function. Organs are formed by the grouping of multiple tissue types. There are four primary types of tissues: epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous. Each tissue type has distinct characteristics and functions that contribute to the overall structure and functioning of the body.

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Class Discussion on Tissue

Tissue is a cellular organizational level between cells and a complete organ. A tissue is an ensemble


of similar cells and their extracellular matrix from the same origin that together carry out a specific
function. Organs are then formed by the functional grouping together of multiple tissues.
The English word is derived from the French tissu, meaning something that is woven, from the
verb tisser, "to weave".

Cross section of sclerenchyma fibers in plant ground tissue.

Microscopic view of a histologic specimen of human lung tissue stained with hematoxylin and eosin.


The study of human and animal tissues is known as histology or, in connection with
disease, histopathology. For plants, the discipline is called plant anatomy. The classical tools for
studying tissues are the paraffin block in which tissue is embedded and then sectioned,
the histological stain, and the optical microscope. In the last couple of decades, developments
in electron microscopy, immunofluorescence, and the use of frozen tissue sections have enhanced
the detail that can be observed in tissues. With these tools, the classical appearances of tissues can
be examined in health and disease, enabling considerable refinement of medical

diagnosis and prognosis.
Connective tissue
Connective tissues are fibreous tissues. They are made up of cells separated by non-living material,
which is called an extracellular matrix. This matrix can be liquid or rigid. For example, blood
contains plasma as its matrix and bone's matrix is rigid. Connective tissue gives shape to organs and
holds them in place. Blood, bone, tendon, ligament, adipose and areolar tissues are examples of
connective tissues. One method of classifying connective tissues is to divide them into three types:
fibrous connective tissue, skeletal connective tissue, and fluid connective tissue.
Muscular tissue
Muscle cells form the active contractile tissue of the body known as muscle tissue or muscular
tissue. Muscle tissue functions to produce force and cause motion, either locomotion or movement
within internal organs. Muscle tissue is separated into three distinct categories: visceral or smooth
muscle, found in the inner linings of organs; skeletal muscle, typically attached to bones, which
generate gross movement; and cardiac muscle, found in the heart where it contracts to pump blood
throughout an organism.
Nervous tissue
Cells comprising the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system are classified as
nervous (or neural) tissue. In the central nervous system, neural tissues form the brain and spinal
cord. In the peripheral nervous system, neural tissues form the cranial nerves and spinal nerves,
inclusive of the motor neurons.
Epithelial tissue
The epithelial tissues are formed by cells that cover the organ surfaces such as the surface of skin,
the airways, the reproductive tract, and the inner lining of the digestive tract. The cells comprising
an epithelial layer are linked via semi-permeable, tight junctions; hence, this tissue provides a
barrier between the external environment and the organ it covers. In addition to this protective
function, epithelial tissue may also be specialized to function in secretion, excretion and absorption.
Epithelial tissue helps to protect organs from microorganisms, injury, and fluid loss.
Functions of epithelial tissue:

 The cells of the body's surface form the outer layer of skin.
 Inside the body, epithelial cells form the lining of the mouth and alimentary canal and
protect these organs.
 Epithelial tissues help in absorption of water and nutrients.
 Epithelial tissues help in elimination of waste.
 Epithelial tissues secrete enzymes and/or hormones in the form of glands.
 Some epithelial tissue performs secretory functions. they secrete a variety of substance
such as sweat, saliva(mucus), enzymes, etc.
There are many kinds of epithelium, and nomenclature is somewhat variable. Most classification
schemes combine a description of the cell-shape in the upper layer of the epithelium with a word
denoting the number of layers: either simple (one layer of cells) or stratified (multiple layers of
cells). However, other cellular features, such as cilia may also be described in the classification
system. Some common kinds of epithelium are listed below:

 Simple squamous epithelium


 Stratified squamous epithelium
 Simple cuboidal epithelium
 Transitional epithelium
 Pseudostratified columnar epithelium (also known as Ciliated columnar epithelium)
 Columnar epithelium
 Glandular epithelium
 Ciliated columnar epithelium

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