NEET BIOLOGY

STRUCTURAL ORGANISTION OF PLANTS AND ANIMALS

ANIMAL TISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not a function of epithelial cells?
A
filter
B
secretion
C
Absorption
D
contraction
Explanation: 

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

Detailed explanation-2: -Functions of epithelial tissue are secretion, protection, absorption, transportation and special sensory receptive.

Detailed explanation-3: -Typically, epithelial contractions enable embryonic systems to change shape during development. Their contractility machinery (actomyosin) is working against high load to achieve dramatic tissue deformation.

Detailed explanation-4: -Protection: Epithelial tissue protects several aspects of your body. For example, your skin is made up of epithelial tissue and protects the tissues deeper in your body, such as blood vessels, muscle and internal organs.

Detailed explanation-5: -Epithelial tissues are present as the outer covering of the skin and epithelium also lines the body cavities such as respiratory tract, digestive tract, etc. They perform various functions such as absorption, protection and secretion.

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