GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Simple squamous epithelial cells function as mediators of filtration and diffusion. Due to their simple and thin construct, they allow for easy transmembrane movement (i.e. across the membrane, and through the cell) of small molecules.

Detailed explanation-2: -Each alveolus is lined by simple squamous epithelium, exceedingly thin to facilitate diffusion of oxygen while still forming an epithelial barrier between the outside air and the internal body fluids.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following functional characteristics is associated with simple squamous epithelium? calcium phosphate crystals. Reticular tissue is not found in which of the following locations? are the most common unicellular exocrine gland found within mucous membranes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Because it is made up a single layer of scale-like cells, simple squamous epithelium is well suited for rapid diffusion and filtration.