10 Questions
Which term refers to the connective tissue under the epithelia?
Lamina propria
Which type of epithelium appears multilayered but is actually one layer?
Pseudostratified
What is the role of the basement membrane in epithelial cells?
Supporting the epithelial layer
What is the feature of epithelial cells that connects two cells to each other?
Intercellular adhesion
Which part of the basement membrane is nearest to the epithelia?
Basal lamina
What gives epithelial cells their polarity?
Basal pole
Which part of the basement membrane can be visualized with light microscopy?
Basal lamina
What is the function of Claudin in epithelial cells?
Connecting two cells at their lateral surfaces
Which characteristic feature distinguishes pseudostratified epithelium from other types?
Single layer of cells
What enhances the contact area between epithelia and connective tissue?
Papillae
Test your knowledge on the structure of basement membranes and laminae including the molecules found in basal and reticular lamina. Learn about the functions of basement membranes such as structural support, filtration, and attachment.
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