EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
EPITHELIA GLANDS
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Simple Columnar E.T.
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Stratified Squamous E.T.
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Pseudostratified Ciliated Columnar E.T.
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Simple Cuboidal E.T.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The esophageal lining is protected by a stratified squamous epithelium. Because this epithelium is normally not exposed to dryness or to abrasion, it is non-keratinized. Scattered submucosal mucous glands provide lubrication.
Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: Non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium lines the esophagus.
Detailed explanation-3: -What does squamous mucosa mean? The inner lining of the esophagus is known as the mucosa. It is called squamous mucosa when the top layer is made up of squamous cells. Squamous cells are flat cells that look similar to fish scales when viewed under the microscope. Most of the esophagus is lined by squamous mucosa.
Detailed explanation-4: -Stratified squamous (nonkeratinized) This type of epithelium functions to provide protection and serve as a lining or covering for moist internal cavities of the body (e.g. vagina, oral cavity, and esophagus).