Anatomy and Physiology: Tissues

About the tissue section of anatomy and physiology chapter.

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Tissue
A collection of similar cells that perform a particular function.
Connective Tissue
Serves to support, protect, and bind together other tissues of the body.
Epithelial Tissue
A protective covering on the body surfaces.
Liquid Tissue
Blood and lymph; carries waste products and hormones through the body
Muscular Tissue
Contracts and moves the various parts of the body
Nerve Tissue
Carries messages to and from the brain and controls and coordinates all bodily functions.