MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

EPITHELIA GLANDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This type of epithelium has only one layer of cells
A
Stratified epithelium
B
Simple epithelium
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Stratified Epithelium. A single layer of cells will form simple epithelium.

Detailed explanation-2: -Simple epithelium. Simple epithelium is a single layer of cells with every cell in direct contact with the basement membrane. It can serve many functions, including absorption, filtration and protection. The thinness of the epithelial barrier facilitates easy movement of molecules across into another compartment.

Detailed explanation-3: -Simple columnar epithelium consists of a single layer of cells that are taller than they are wide. This epithelium is often associated with absorption or secretion.

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