LIFE SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Blood vessels and alveoli are where the diffusion of oxygen and carbon dioxide occurs. The epithelium in question is____
A
cuboidal epithelium
B
transitional epithelium
C
Simple cylindrical epithelium
D
Flattened epithelium
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In cells lining, blood vessels or lung alveoli, transportation of substances occurs through squamous epithelium.

Detailed explanation-2: -Simple squamous epithelium: This type of epithelium typically lines blood vessels and body cavities and regulates the passage of substances into the underlying tissue.

Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: The alveoli are lined with a single layer of squamous epithelial cells, which allow for easy diffusion of vital gases.

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