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What is the main function of simple squamous epithelium?
What is the main function of simple squamous epithelium?
- Distension of organs and protection of underlying tissues
- Lining and exchange of gases, fluids, nutrients or metabolites (correct)
- Secretion of enzymes and mucus
- Protection against mechanical trauma
Which type of epithelium is found lining the gastro-intestinal tract?
Which type of epithelium is found lining the gastro-intestinal tract?
- Stratified squamous epithelium
- Simple cuboidal epithelium
- Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium
- Simple columnar epithelium (correct)
What is the main function of transitional epithelium?
What is the main function of transitional epithelium?
- Lining and secretory activities
- Allows for distension of organs and protection of underlying tissues (correct)
- Secretion of enzymes and mucus
- Protection against mechanical trauma
Which type of epithelium is found lining the ducts of exocrine glands and kidney tubules?
Which type of epithelium is found lining the ducts of exocrine glands and kidney tubules?
What is the main function of pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium?
What is the main function of pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium?
What is the process called when an epithelium changes from one type to another?
What is the process called when an epithelium changes from one type to another?
Which of the following is NOT a function of epithelial tissues?
Which of the following is NOT a function of epithelial tissues?
What is the primary structural component that separates epithelial cells from underlying tissues?
What is the primary structural component that separates epithelial cells from underlying tissues?
Which of the following terms refers to a single layer of epithelial cells?
Which of the following terms refers to a single layer of epithelial cells?
Which type of epithelial tissue is found lining the digestive tract?
Which type of epithelial tissue is found lining the digestive tract?
What is the primary reason for different rates of renewal among epithelial tissues?
What is the primary reason for different rates of renewal among epithelial tissues?
Which of the following epithelial tissues is found in the lining of the bladder?
Which of the following epithelial tissues is found in the lining of the bladder?
