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  1. Tissue (biology) - Wikipedia

    In biology, tissue is an assembly of similar cells and their extracellular matrix from the same embryonic origin that together carry out a specific function. [1][2] Tissues occupy a biological …

  2. Tissue | Definition, Types, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 1, 2025 · Tissue, in physiology, a level of organization in multicellular organisms; it consists of a group of structurally and functionally similar cells and their intercellular material. By …

  3. Tissue Types and Functions

    Apr 23, 2025 · Tissues are one of the fundamental levels of organization in multicellular organisms, forming organs and systems. Humans have four main types of tissues: epithelial, …

  4. Tissues and Organs - Fundamentals - Merck Manual Consumer Version

    Organs are the body's recognizable structures (for example, the heart, lungs, liver, eyes, and stomach) that perform specific functions. An organ is made of several types of tissue and …

  5. What are Tissues? Definition, Types and Examples - Selftution

    May 4, 2023 · Tissues are specialized groups of cells that perform specific functions vital for life processes. In animals and plants, tissues provide structure, enable movement, and carry out …

  6. 4.1 Types of Tissues – Anatomy & Physiology 2e

    Tissues are organized into four broad categories based on structural and functional similarities. These categories are epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous. The primary tissue types …

  7. Body Tissue Types, Structure & Function - Cleveland Clinic

    Apr 1, 2025 · There are four main types of tissues: epithelial, connective, muscle and nervous. But people commonly use the term “tissue” informally to talk about parts and structures …

  8. What Is Tissue in Biology and What Are Its Functions?

    Jul 28, 2025 · These organized groups of cells are fundamental to the structure and operation of multicellular organisms. Tissues bridge the gap between individual cells and the more complex …

  9. Types of tissue: Structure and function | Kenhub

    Oct 30, 2023 · Overview of the main cellular components and tissues. A tissue is a group of cells, in close proximity, organized to perform one or more specific functions. There are four basic …

  10. Tissue types: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Image

    Apr 1, 2025 · There are 4 basic types of tissue; connective tissue, epithelial tissue, muscle tissue, and nervous tissue. Connective tissue supports other tissues and binds them together (bone, …