Autumn.wmf (12088 bytes)Introduction to Organismal Biology (BIOL221) - Dr. S.G. Saupe; Biology Department, College of St. Benedict/St. John's University, Collegeville, MN 56321; ssaupe@csbsju.edu; http://www.employees.csbsju.edu/ssaupe/

Animal Structure Concept Map:  Terms

General

  • adherins & integrins
  • anchoring junctions
  • cells
  • communication
  • Extracellular matrix (ECM)
  • gap junctions
  • glycocalyx
  • interlaced cells
  • joined together
  • membrane proteins
  • organ
  • organ system
  • prevents leakage
  • seals
  • special connections
  • sticky surfaces
  • tight junctions
  • weaving
  • welds

Section 1

Section 2

  • absorption

  • barrier

  • basal lamina

  • diffusion

  • Epithelial tissue

  • Extracellular matrix

  • functions

  • line cavities

  • lubricant

 

  • one side attached

  • one side free/exposed

  • other cells/tissues

  • outside body

  • polarity

  • protection

  • secretion

  • simple or stratified

  • support

  • transport

Section 3

  • adipose

  • attach epithelium to tissue beneath

  • binds, unites, connects

  • blood

  • carbohydrates

  • cartilage

  • cells

  • cells

  • collagen

  • collagen fibers in rubbery ground substance

  • connective tissue

  • cushioning

  • elastin

  • energy reserves

  • extracellular matrix

 

  • fat

  • fibers

  • functions

  • insulation

  • kidneys, heart, under skin

  • liquid matrix

  • loose

  • macrophages

  • minerals

  • packing, padding

  • padding

  • proteoglycans

  • red blood cells

  • shape

  • such as

  • types

Section 4

  • Bundles
  • Cardiac
  • Cells
  • Cells
  • Contractile

 
  • Excitable
  • Long
  • Muscle fibers
  • Muscle tissue
  • Skeletal
  • Smooth
  • Three types

 

 

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