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?

Intercellular connections Signup and view all the answers

Which surface specialization is used for classification of epithelial tissue?

Cilia Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of simple squamous epithelium?

Diffusion and filtration Signup and view all the answers

Where are stratified epithelia typically located in the body?

Skin Signup and view all the answers

Where are cuboidal cells mainly found in the body?

Kidney tubules Signup and view all the answers

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

Transitional epithelia Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of squamous cells?

Protection Signup and view all the answers

Where would you expect to find pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelia?

Nasal cavity and bronchi lining Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of transitional epithelia?

Distension Signup and view all the answers

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

Columnar cells Signup and view all the answers

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