Stratified Squamous Epithelium
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In non-keratinised stratified squamous epithelium, what is the characteristic feature of the most superficial cells?

  • They are dead and contain keratin
  • They are living and contain nuclei (correct)
  • They are usually columnar in shape
  • They are polyhedral or cuboidal in shape
  • What is the characteristic feature of the cells in the deepest (or basal) layer of stratified squamous epithelium?

  • They are flattened squamous cells
  • They are usually columnar in shape (correct)
  • They contain keratin
  • They are polyhedral or cuboidal in shape
  • Where is keratinised stratified squamous epithelium found?

  • In situations where the surface of the squamous epithelium remains moist
  • At places where the epithelial surface is dry (correct)
  • Over surfaces of the body not subject to friction
  • In locations with high mitotic activity
  • What substance do the most superficial cells of keratinised stratified squamous epithelium contain?

    <p>Keratin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is stratified squamous epithelium found over surfaces subject to friction constantly being replaced?

    <p>Due to proliferation of cells from the basal layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of epithelium is made up of several layers of cells?

    <p>Stratified squamous epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the most superficial cells living and contain nuclei?

    <p>Non-keratinised stratified squamous epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of the cells in the deepest (or basal) layer of stratified squamous epithelium?

    <p>Columnar cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is stratified squamous epithelium found in the body?

    <p>On the surface of the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substance do the most superficial cells of keratinised stratified squamous epithelium contain?

    <p>Keratin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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