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What is the primary function of glandular epithelium?
What is the primary function of glandular epithelium?
Which type of epithelial cell is characterized by a flat, scale-like appearance?
Which type of epithelial cell is characterized by a flat, scale-like appearance?
What distinguishes simple epithelia from stratified epithelia?
What distinguishes simple epithelia from stratified epithelia?
Which type of epithelial tissue is involved in color perception in the retina?
Which type of epithelial tissue is involved in color perception in the retina?
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How is epithelial tissue primarily classified?
How is epithelial tissue primarily classified?
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Study Notes
Epithelial Tissue
- Covers surfaces of organs and lines internal spaces (lumen).
- Single or multiple layers of cells.
- Classified by cell shape:
- Squamous: Flat, scale-like.
- Cuboidal: Cube-shaped.
- Columnar: Column-shaped.
- Classified by number of cell layers:
- Simple: Single layer.
- Stratified: Multiple layers.
- Pseudostratified: Irregular appearance.
Types of Epithelial Tissue
- Sensory epithelium: Detects stimuli.
- Glandular epithelium: Secretes substances.
- Pigmented epithelium: Adds color (e.g., in the retina).
- Absorptive epithelium: Facilitates absorption.
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Description
Explore the various types of epithelial tissues, their classifications based on cell shape and layers, and their specific functions. This quiz covers essential characteristics and roles of epithelial tissue in the body, including sensory, glandular, pigmented, and absorptive varieties.
