total magnification
eyepiece magnification x objective magnification
resolution
ability to distinguish two close points as separate
Simple squamous epithelium
thin, flat cells specialized for diffusion and filtration
Stratified squamous epithelium
multiple layers of flat cells that protect against abrasion
Simple columnar epithelium
tall cells specialized for absorption and secretion
Cuboidal epithelium
cube-shaped cells involved in secretion and absorption
Areolar connective tissue
loose connective tissue that binds and cushions organs
Adipose tissue
connective tissue that stores fat
Dense regular connective tissue
tissues with parallel collagen fibers for strong attatchement
Hyaline cartilage
smooth carilage that provides support and flexibility
Compact bone
dense bone tissue with a solid appearance
Skeletal muscle tissue
straited, voluntary muscle tissue
Cardiac muscle tissue
straited, involuntary muscle tissue with intercalated discs
Smooth muscle tissue
non-straited, involuntary muscle tissue
Nervous tissue
tissue composed of neurons and neuroglia for communicaiton
