NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Stratified columnar epithelium: This type of epithelium is not as common and is seen in the mucous membrane (conjunctiva) lining your eyelids, where it’s both protective and mucus-secreting. Pseudostratified columnar epithelium: This type of epithelium lines your upper respiratory tract and usually has a lot of cilia.

Detailed explanation-2: -Stratified cuboidal epithelium-also functions as a protective tissue layer. It lines the excretory ducts of the sweat glands, large ducts of excretory glands, the anorectal junction and surrounds ovarian follicles. Stratified columnar epithelium-less common than the other stratified types.

Detailed explanation-3: -Stratified squamous epithelia are found in nearly every organ system where the body comes into close contact with the outside environment – from the skin to the respiratory, digestive, excretory and reproductive systems. They also protect the body from desiccation and water loss.