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Which type of tissues provide the body's first line of protection from physical, chemical, and biological damage?
Which type of tissues provide the body's first line of protection from physical, chemical, and biological damage?
- Nervous tissues
- Connective tissues
- Muscle tissues
- Epithelial tissues (correct)
Which cells line the respiratory tract and secrete mucous to trap incoming microorganisms and particles?
Which cells line the respiratory tract and secrete mucous to trap incoming microorganisms and particles?
- Epithelial cells (correct)
- Nervous cells
- Connective cells
- Muscle cells
What is the function of cilia in epithelial cells?
What is the function of cilia in epithelial cells?
- To secrete mucous
- To release digestive enzymes
- To support microtubules
- To move fluids and particles along the surface (correct)
What is the role of epithelial cells in controlling permeability?
What is the role of epithelial cells in controlling permeability?
What is the main function of the epithelium of the small intestine?
What is the main function of the epithelium of the small intestine?