1. Epithelial Tissue: This tissue covers the surfaces of the body, lines internal organs and cavities, and forms glands. It functions in protection, absorption, secretion, excretion, filtration, diffusion, and sensory reception.

2. Connective Tissue: This tissue provides support, connects other tissues, and protects organs. It is characterized by cells scattered in a matrix (extracellular material). Examples include blood, bone, cartilage, and adipose (fat) tissue.

3. Muscle Tissue: This tissue is responsible for movement. It has the ability to contract and relax. The three types of muscle tissue are skeletal, smooth, and cardiac.

4. Nervous Tissue: This tissue is specialized for communication. It transmits information throughout the body in the form of electrical signals. Nervous tissue is composed of neurons (nerve cells) and neuroglia (supporting cells).