EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
EPITHELIA GLANDS
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Question
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A multilayered epithelium with cuboidal basal cells and flat cells at its apical surface would be classified as ____
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Stratified cuboidal
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Stratified Squamous
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Simple Cuboidal
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Simple Squamous
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A stratified squamous epithelium consists of squamous (flattened) epithelial cells arranged in layers upon a basal membrane. Only one layer is in contact with the basement membrane; the other layers adhere to one another to maintain structural integrity.
Detailed explanation-2: -Stratified squamous epithelium has multiple layers of cells becoming flattened as they move from the basal layer to the apical layers. It provides protection from abrasion and is keratinized on the external surface of the body.
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