Question

Which of the following tissues has the most regenerative property?

• A. ( \text{Epithelial tissue} ) \
• B. ( \text{Connective tissue} ) \
• C. ( \text{Muscular tissue} ) \
• D. ( \text{Neural tissue} ) \

Hint:

The regenerative capacity of tissues is directly related to their exposure to damage and their physiological need for repair. Tissues that face frequent exposure to the external environment or internal stresses, like epithelial tissues, tend to have the highest capacity for cell division and repair.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Epithelial tissues are found covering body surfaces and lining organs and cavities. Due to their location and function, they are often exposed to wear and tear, and thus have a high rate of cell division and regeneration. Examples include the skin and the lining of the digestive tract. Connective tissues generally have a good regenerative capacity, but it varies among types (e.g., bone regenerates well, cartilage less so). Muscular tissues (skeletal, cardiac, smooth) have limited regenerative capacity, especially cardiac muscle. Neural tissue (nervous tissue) has very limited regenerative capacity, especially in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Mature neurons typically do not divide. Therefore, epithelial tissue exhibits the highest regenerative property among the given options.