Are epithelial cells avascular?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether epithelial cells lack blood vessels, a property that is important for understanding their structure and function in biological systems.
Answer
Yes, epithelial tissues are avascular.
The final answer is yes, epithelial tissues are avascular.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is yes, epithelial tissues are avascular.
More Information
Epithelial tissues do not have their own blood vessels and receive nourishment through the diffusion of substances from the underlying connective tissue.
Tips
Common mistakes include assuming all tissues need direct blood supply, not recognizing the unique structure of epithelial tissues.
Sources
- Epithelium - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Epithelial Tissue | Anatomy and Physiology I - courses.lumenlearning.com
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