Types of Epithelial Cells Functions

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Which of the following is NOT one of the major types of tissues in the body?

  • Epithelial tissue
  • Muscle tissue
  • Skeletal tissue (correct)
  • Connective tissue

What is the study of tissues called?

  • Histology (correct)
  • Neurology
  • Hematology
  • Dermatology

Which type of tissue is responsible for covering both internal and external surfaces?

  • Muscle tissue
  • Nervous tissue
  • Connective tissue
  • Epithelial tissue (correct)

How is epithelial tissue specialized to be an effective barrier/lining?

<p>Intercellular connections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which surface specialization is used for classification of epithelial tissue?

<p>Cilia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of simple squamous epithelium?

<p>Diffusion and filtration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are stratified epithelia typically located in the body?

<p>Skin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are cuboidal cells mainly found in the body?

<p>Kidney tubules (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelia is found in areas of severe mechanical stress?

<p>Transitional epithelia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of squamous cells?

<p>Protection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where would you expect to find pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelia?

<p>Nasal cavity and bronchi lining (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of transitional epithelia?

<p>Distension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells may contain microvilli and/or cilia?

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

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