GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIUM

EPITHELIAL TISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The primary function of stratified epithelium is
A
absorption
B
protection
C
secretion
D
diffusion
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Stratified squamous epithelium: This type of epithelium usually has protective functions, including protection against microorganisms from invading underlying tissue and/or protection against water loss. The outer layer of your skin (the epidermis) is made of stratified squamous epithelial cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Stratified, also called compound, epithelial tissue provides the best protection against unwanted organisms or substances. Epithelial tissues with more than one layer are called stratified or compound epithelial tissues.

Detailed explanation-3: -The stratified epithelium protects the body from physical and chemical damage by creating a barrier of keratinized cells. Goblet cells are involved in maintaining a protective layer of surface tissue, like the inner lining of the stomach, through secretions such as mucus and other substances that provide a barrier.

Detailed explanation-4: -The function of stratified columnar epithelium is mainly the protection of underlying tissues with multiple layers of epithelial cells. Also, they perform secretion.

Detailed explanation-5: -The stratified epithelial tissue or the stratified epithelia consists of many layers of epithelial cells and therefore, it mainly has a protective function and is found in the body regions where protection from abrasion is important.

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