1. Anatomy & Physiology 1 Mr. Beyer
Histology
Anatomy & Physiology 1
Mr. Beyer

2. Histology Defined
Histology is the division of anatomy that studies the microscopic structure of tissues

3. Body Organization Levels
Organism
Body Systems
organs
tissues
cells
molecules
atoms

4. Kinds of Tissues found in the Human Body
Epithelium
Connective Tissue
Muscle Tissue
Nervous Tissue

5. Epithelium Tissue Forms Coverings in the body
Produces substances from glands
Protection
Absorption
Filtration
Excretion
Secretion
Sensory Reception

6. Connective Tissue Most Abundant Tissue Binding and Support Protection
Insulation
Transportation of Substances

7. Muscle Tissue The body’s contractile tissue Allows body to move
Skeletal Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Cardiac Muscle

8. Nervous Tissue Neuron is the functional unit
Receives and transmits electrical impulses
Sensory perception
Homeostatic regulation