GENERAL HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIUM

EPITHELIAL TISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following epithelium is composed of single layer of cube-like cells?
A
ciliated epithelium
B
cuboidal epithelium
C
columnar epithelium
D
squamous epithelium
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Simple cuboidal epithelium consists of one layer of cells whose height roughly equals their width, so in sections perpendicular to the surface, cells resemble small box-like cubes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cuboidal epithelium is composed of a single layer of cube-like cells. This is commonly found in the ducts of glands and tubular parts of nephrons in kidneys. Its main functions include secretion and absorption. The epithelium of the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) of the nephron in the kidney has microvilli.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cuboidal epithelium consists of a single layer of cuboid shaped cells. They have large, spherical and central nuclei.

Detailed explanation-4: -Simple cuboidal epithelium consist of a single layer of cells that are approximately as tall as they are wide. This type of epithelium lines collecting ducts and tubes and is involved in absorbing or secreting material into.

Detailed explanation-5: -Cuboidal Epithelia They are most commonly found in a single layer representing a simple epithelia in glandular tissues throughout the body where they prepare and secrete glandular material. They are also found in the walls of tubules and in the ducts of the kidney and liver.

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