GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIUM

EPITHELIAL TISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following epithelial types is NOT correctly matched with its major function?
A
simple squamous:diffusion and filtration
B
simple cuboidal:secretion and absorption
C
stratified squamous:move fluid by ciliary action
D
transitional:ability to stretch for distention of organs
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following epithelial tissue types is NOT correctly matched to its function? >Stratified squamous epithelium; absorption. Stratified squamous epithelium (like you would find in the skin) is adapted for protection, not absorption from the external environment.

Detailed explanation-2: -The four major classes of simple epithelium are: 1) simple squamous; 2) simple cuboidal; 3) simple columnar; and 4) pseudostratified.

Detailed explanation-3: -Expert-Verified Answer. (c) Areolar is NOT the type of epithelial tissue. Explanation: Epithelial tissue consists of a thin layer of cells which adhere to the basement membrane and form a barrier around.

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