Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Characteristics of Epithelial Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Characteristics of Epithelial Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Most cancers develop in epithelial tissues. Which epithelial tissue characteristic makes them prone to cancer?

Epithelial cells have polarity.

Epithelial tissue is avascular but innervated.

Epithelial tissue is supported by connective tissue.

Epithelial cells divide regularly.

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Understand that epithelial tissues are one of the four basic types of tissues in the body, and they cover surfaces, line cavities, and form glands.

Recognize that a key characteristic of epithelial tissues is their high rate of cell division, which is necessary for their functions such as protection, absorption, and secretion.

Consider that the frequent cell division in epithelial tissues increases the likelihood of mutations during DNA replication, which can lead to cancer if the mutations affect genes that control cell growth and division.

Note that while other characteristics of epithelial tissues, such as polarity, avascularity, and support by connective tissue, are important for their function, they do not directly contribute to the development of cancer.

Conclude that the characteristic of epithelial tissues that makes them prone to cancer is their regular and rapid cell division, which increases the chance of accumulating genetic mutations that can lead to cancerous growths.