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A&P Tissues and bone
Question | Answer |
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What is the structure of Simple Squamous Epithelium? | Single flat layer hexagonal cells. |
What is the function of Simple Squamous Epithelium? | Diffusion, Filtration, Some secretion, Some protection against friction. |
Where is Simple Squamous Epithelium Located? | Lining of blood vessels and the heart, Lymphatic vessels, serous membranes of the body cavities. |
What is the Structure of Simple Cuboidal Epithelium? | Single layer of Cube shaped cells. |
What is the Function of Simple Cuboidal Epithelium? | Secretion and absorption. |
Where is Simple Cuboidal Epithelium located? | Kidney tubules, glands, surfaces of the ovaries. |
What is the Structure of Simple Columnar Epithelium? | Single Layer of Tall, narrow cells. |
What is the Function of Simple Columnar Epithelium? | Movement of particles out of the bronchioles of the lungs. Partially responsible for movement of oocytes. |
Where is Simple Columnar Epithelium Located? | Glands and some ducts, Lungs, Auditory tubes. Stomach and intestines. |
What is the structure of Stratified Squamous Epithelium? | Multiple layers of cells that are cubes shaped in the basal layer and flatten toward the surface. |
What is the function of stratified Squamous Epithelium? | Protection against abrasion, a barrier against infection, reduction of water loss from the body. |
Where is Stratified Squamous Epithelium located? | Keratinized in the skin : Nonkeratinized in the mouth, throat, larynx, esophagus, anus and vagina |