EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
INTEGUMENT
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Question
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What is the function of the stratified squamous tissue in the epidermis?
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Reserve fuel source
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Waterproofing
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Wraps and cushions
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Supports and protects
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The general function of stratified squamous epithelium is to protect against outside contaminants or abrasion.
Detailed explanation-2: -Stratified squamous epithelium is found in – buccal cavity or oral cavity of mammals, the inner lining of cheeks, lips, hard palate, tonsils, pharynx, oesophagus, anal canal, the lining of the vagina, cornea of the eye.
Detailed explanation-3: -Keratinized epithelium, is composed of numerous layers of dead squamous cells, which are specially structured to be waterproof and reduce evaporation from underlying tissues.
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