NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIAL TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is used in places needing protection from scrapes & abrasions such as the skin & esophagus?
A
Cuboidal
B
Pseudostratified
C
Simple Squamous
D
Stratified Squamous
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The epithelium is called stratified squamous epithelium because it is structured in layers. This epithelium is ideally adapted to parts of the body that are subjected to frequent abrasions, such as the skin. As a result, the primary function of stratified squamous epithelial tissue is abrasion protection.

Detailed explanation-2: -Keratinised stratified squamous epithelium forms the epidermis of the skin, and a small amount is also found in the mouth. Its functions are to: Protect against physical trauma and abrasion.

Detailed explanation-3: -Epidermis, the epithelial layer of skin, is primarily protective. This layer, consisting of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium, is tough, relatively impermeable, and self-replacing. These functional qualities are conferred by the epidermis’ principal cell type, the keratinocyte.

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