NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

EPITHELIAL TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a characteristic of epithelial tissue?
A
Closely packed cells that are arranged in continuous sheets.
B
Avascular
C
Has nerve supply
D
All of these.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The five characteristics of epithelium are cellularity, polarity, attachment, vascularity, and regeneration.

Detailed explanation-2: -Epithelial tissue performs following functions: They protects the underlying cells from drying, injury and chemical effects. They form the lining of various internal organs to protect them. Some cells have secretory functions.

Detailed explanation-3: -All different types of epithelial tissues must have these characteristics – attachment, regeneration, polarity, cellularity and vascularity.

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