Types of Tissues

Definition

Types of tissues refer to the distinct categories of cellular organizations in the body, each serving specific functions and structural purposes. These are broadly classified into four main types: epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissues.

Related terms

Epithelial Tissue:

A layer of cells that covers the body surfaces or lines a body cavity, providing protection, secretion, and absorption.

Connective Tissue:

This tissue supports, binds together, and protects organs in the body with its diverse types including bone, blood, and fat tissues.

Muscle Tissue:

Specialized tissue composed of cells or fibers that contract to produce movement in parts of the body