LIFE SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not a major function of epithelial tissue:
A
Protects the underlying network
B
Protect from friction / pressure
C
Where the blood vessels are
D
produce secretions
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct option is C Response to stimulus.

Detailed explanation-2: -Epithelial tissues are widespread throughout the body. They form the covering of all body surfaces, line body cavities and hollow organs, and are the major tissue in glands. They perform a variety of functions that include protection, secretion, absorption, excretion, filtration, diffusion, and sensory reception.

Detailed explanation-3: -Functions of epithelial tissue are secretion, protection, absorption, transportation and special sensory receptive.

Detailed explanation-4: -Final answer: Basement membrane is absent in epithelial tissue cells is not a characteristic of epithelial tissue.

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