Asked by
Heather Fullmer
on Dec 11, 2024Verified
You are viewing an organ of the respiratory system and note the following tissues: hyaline cartilage plates arranged in a circle, pseudostratified epithelium, and smooth muscle. Identify the organ.
A) Bronchus
B) Trachea
C) Terminal bronchiole
D) Alveolar duct
Hyaline Cartilage Plates
Thin layers of smooth, translucent cartilage found in various parts of the body, such as the nose, trachea, and at the ends of long bones, where they facilitate bone growth.
Pseudostratified Epithelium
A type of epithelial tissue that appears to be stratified but is actually a single layer of cells with varying nuclei heights, found in the respiratory tract.
Smooth Muscle
A type of muscle found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach, intestines, and blood vessels, which contracts involuntarily.
- Discover and understand the construction details of the respiratory system.
- Identify the differences among the various epithelial tissues in the respiratory system.
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Learning Objectives
- Discover and understand the construction details of the respiratory system.
- Identify the differences among the various epithelial tissues in the respiratory system.