How Do Surface Characteristics Vary Among Different Tissues?
Surface characteristics vary significantly among different tissues depending on their function. Epithelial tissues, for example, exhibit a wide range of surface specializations. The skin has a keratinized surface for protection, while the trachea has ciliated cells to trap and move particles out of the respiratory tract. In contrast, connective tissues like cartilage and bone have relatively smooth surfaces to support and protect underlying structures.
