6 Questions
Which type of epithelium is found on the inner surface of the mouth, oesophagus, and blood vessels?
Squamous epithelium
Which type of epithelium forms the outer layer of the skin?
Stratified epithelium
In which structure is the columnar epithelium found?
Tubules of the kidney (nephron) and salivary gland
Which type of epithelium is responsible for pushing mucus and air forward to keep the air passage free?
Ciliated epithelium
Where is cuboidal epithelium involved in reabsorption of useful materials from urine and secretion of saliva?
Tubules of the kidney (nephron) and salivary gland
What is the function of stratified epithelium?
Prevention of wearing of organs, protection of organs
Study Notes
Epithelial Tissue Types and Functions
- Squamous epithelium is found on the inner surface of the mouth, oesophagus, and blood vessels.
- Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium forms the outer layer of the skin.
- Columnar epithelium is found in the structure of the oesophagus.
- Ciliated columnar epithelium is responsible for pushing mucus and air forward to keep the air passage free.
Cuboidal Epithelium
- Cuboidal epithelium is involved in reabsorption of useful materials from urine in the kidney.
- Cuboidal epithelium is involved in secretion of saliva in the salivary gland.
Stratified Epithelium
- Stratified epithelium provides protection against mechanical stress and abrasion.
Test your knowledge of different types of epithelial tissues including squamous, stratified, glandular, columnar, ciliated, and cuboidal epithelium. Identify their appearances, locations, and structures.
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