20 Questions
What is the characteristic of stratified epithelium?
It has more than one layer
Where does cell division occur in stratified epithelium?
In cells near the basement membrane
What is the function of stratified squamous epithelium?
To provide protection against abrasion
What is the shape of the cells in the lower layers of stratified squamous epithelium?
Roughly polygonal
What is the characteristic of stratified squamous non-keratinized epithelium?
It has living cells on the surface layer
What is the function of keratin in stratified squamous keratinized epithelium?
To make the epithelium waterproof
Where is stratified squamous keratinized epithelium mainly found?
In the epidermis of skin
What is the characteristic of cells in the surface layer of stratified squamous epithelium?
They are flat
What is replaced by cells underneath in stratified epithelium?
Cells lost by abrasion at the surface
How is stratified epithelium classified?
According to the cell shape of the superficial layer
What is the process by which cells accumulate keratin and flatten as they move towards the surface?
Keratinization
What is the main function of the surface layer of cells in the skin?
Protection against water loss
What type of epithelium is found in the conjunctiva lining the eyelids?
Stratified columnar
What is the name of the epithelium that lines the urinary bladder and parts of the ureters and urethra?
Urothelium
What is the function of microvilli in epithelial cells?
Increase the surface area of the cell surface
What is the characteristic adaptation of the skin for protection?
Keratinization
What is the function of the occluding junctions between epithelial cells?
Prevent diffusion of substances between adjacent cells
What is the term for the process by which cells become thin and inactive?
Keratinization
What type of epithelium is found in the ducts of sweat glands and sebaceous glands?
Stratified cuboidal
What is the name of the long, modified microvilli found in parts of the male reproductive tract?
Stereocilia
Test your knowledge of stratified epithelial tissue, a type of epithelium found in areas of high abrasion such as the skin and mouth. Learn about its characteristics, cell division, and replacement processes. Identify the different types of stratified epithelial tissue based on cell shape.
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