A. Epithelial Tissue

Cells line an internal or external surface.

Each cell touches neighboring cells.

Cells are organized into rows, layers, or sheets.

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B. Connective Tissue

Cells do not usually line a surface.

Cells are usually separated from most neighboring cells by matrix or fibers. (Exception: adipose cells seem to be touching each other.)

Cells are not organized into rows, layers, or sheets.

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Revised Text, Drawings, and Photos (c) 2018 Jackie Lindbeck

Q1. Is it Epithelial Tissue or is it Connective Tissue?

Choose between A or B below.