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Epithelial cells are not exposed to the environment on one side.
Epithelial cells are not exposed to the environment on one side.
False (B)
The basement membrane should be confused with the plasma membrane.
The basement membrane should be confused with the plasma membrane.
False (B)
Simple squamous epithelium is found lining the air sacs of the liver.
Simple squamous epithelium is found lining the air sacs of the liver.
False (B)
Simple cuboidal epithelium is frequently found in glands, such as the salivary glands.
Simple cuboidal epithelium is frequently found in glands, such as the salivary glands.
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Epithelial cells can only be classified by their major functions.
Epithelial cells can only be classified by their major functions.
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Study Notes
Epithelial Cells
- Epithelial cells are not exposed to the environment on one side.
Basement Membrane
- The basement membrane should not be confused with the plasma membrane.
Types of Epithelium
- Simple squamous epithelium is typically found lining the air sacs of the lungs, not the liver.
- Simple cuboidal epithelium is frequently found in glands, such as the salivary glands.
Classification of Epithelial Cells
- Epithelial cells cannot be classified solely by their major functions.
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