Notes from NEET topper
Tissue
In biology, a tissue is an ensemble of similar cells and their extracellular matrix from the same origin that together carry out a specific function.
Types of Tissue
In animals, the main types of tissue are:
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Epithelial Tissue: Covers body surfaces, lines hollow organs and cavities, and forms glands.
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Connective Tissue: Supports, protects, and binds other tissues. Includes bone, blood, and fat.
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Muscle Tissue: Responsible for movement. Includes skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle tissues.
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Nervous Tissue: Conducts impulses to and from body parts. Composed of neurons and neuroglia.
In plants, the basic types of tissue include:
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Meristematic Tissue: Responsible for plant growth.
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Permanent Tissue: Differentiated tissue that makes up the plant body, including epidermal, ground, and vascular tissues.
